Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
213929

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 375 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213258

Common Names

  • Tomentosa Bauhinia
  • Bauhinia tomentosa
  • Tomentosa Bauhinia

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Synonyms

  • Alvesia tomentosa (L.) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Bauhinia pubescens DC. [valid]
  • Alvesia bauhinioides Welw. [valid]
  • Bauhinia volkensii Taub. [valid]
  • Bauhinia wituensis Harms [valid]
  • Pauletia tomentosa (L.) A.Schmitz [valid]
  • Phyllolobium zanzibarense Bojer ex Loudon [invalid]
  • Bauhinia mucara Bolle [valid]
  • Cansenia tomentosa (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Bauhinia inermis Forssk. [valid]
  • Bauhinia tomentosa glabrata Hook.f. [valid]
  • Bauhinia tomentosa candida Voigt [unknown]
  • Bauhinia binata Náves ex Fern.-Vill. [illegitimate]
  • Bauhinia speciosa Roxb. ex Wall. [invalid]

Description

Bauhinia tomentosa (also called 'Woolly Bauhinia', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the tropical regions of Africa. It typically grows to a height of 2-3m and has large, yellow flowers. It is found in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant, as a cover crop, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia tomentosa's flower is a small, white flower with five petals. Its seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia tomentosa can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Bauhinia tomentosa

Bauhinia tomentosa is native to East Africa, and can be found in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Bauhinia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia tomentosa?

Bauhinia tomentosa

What type of plant is Bauhinia tomentosa?

Shrub

Where is Bauhinia tomentosa found?

East Africa

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

References