Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hagenbeckii
ID:
164604

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst.72: 21 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163933

Common Names

  • Hagenbeck's Bauhinia
  • Hagenbeck's Orchid Tree
  • Hagenbeck's Purple Orchid Tree

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia hassleriana Chodat [valid]
  • Bauhinia hassleriana marginata Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Bauhinia hassleriana acuminata Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Bauhinia hassleriana angustifolia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Bauhinia hassleriana intermedia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Bauhinia hassleriana latifolia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]

Description

Bauhinia hagenbeckii (also called 'Hagenbeck's Bauhinia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical Africa and parts of Asia. It typically grows in open grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia hagenbeckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia hagenbeckii is yellow in color with a white center. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia hagenbeckii is a small tree native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bauhinia hagenbeckii

Bauhinia hagenbeckii is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found growing in tropical and subtropical climates.

Bauhinia hagenbeckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia hagenbeckii?

Bauhinia hagenbeckii

What is the common name of Bauhinia hagenbeckii?

Hagenbeck's Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia hagenbeckii?

Open woodlands and scrublands

Species in the Bauhinia genus

Bauhinia acreana, Bauhinia anomala, Bauhinia argentinensis, Bauhinia aureopunctata, Bauhinia bauhinioides, Bauhinia beguinotii, Bauhinia bombaciflora, Bauhinia brachycalyx, Bauhinia calliandroides, Bauhinia caloneura, Bauhinia campestris, Bauhinia catingae, Bauhinia conwayi, Bauhinia cookii, Bauhinia coulteri, Bauhinia dimorphophylla, Bauhinia dipetala, Bauhinia estrellensis, Bauhinia glaziovii, Bauhinia goyazensis, Bauhinia hagenbeckii, Bauhinia humilis, Bauhinia jucunda, Bauhinia kleiniana, Bauhinia leptantha, Bauhinia longipedicellata, Bauhinia macranthera, Bauhinia malacotricha, Bauhinia pansamalana, Bauhinia parviloba, Bauhinia pringlei, Bauhinia ramosissima, Bauhinia rubeleruziana, Bauhinia seleriana, Bauhinia seminarioi, Bauhinia siqueiraei, Bauhinia subrotundifolia, Bauhinia vespertillo, Bauhinia weberbaueri, Bauhinia erythrocalyx, Bauhinia eucosma, Bauhinia retifolia, Bauhinia acuruana, Bauhinia anatomica, Bauhinia andrieuxii, Bauhinia bicolor, Bauhinia brevipes, Bauhinia burchellii, Bauhinia cheilantha, Bauhinia cinnamomea,

Species in the Fabaceae family