Bauhinia variegata
Orchid Tree
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Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) - Description
B. variegata is native to India and China. It is the most frequently planted bauhinia. It grows to heights and widths of 20 to 35 feet tall and wide. It bears beautiful flowers of light pink to orchid purple, which usually bloom in winter into spring. After bloom, it produces huge crop of beans.
Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) - Blooming
Orchid Trees are known for their flamboyant flowers that come in many different colors that generally appear in spring and summer.
Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) - Growth
Orchid Trees are known to grow well in Hawaii. Most species do best in full sun, but there are some that will need afternoon shade. The Purple Orchid Tree (B. variegata) is hardy to 22F/-6C.
Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) - Planting
In spring, sow seeds at 61F (16C). In summer, root semi-ripe cuttings. Layer in spring as well.
Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) - Pest
Spider mites, whiteflies, aphids, and mealybugs. Other problems include fungal leaf spots, root rots, and stem galls.
Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) - Interesting facts
Bauhinia include around 250 species found in subtropical and tropical regions. They can be evergreen or deciduous trees, shrubs, and perennial climbers.
Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata) - Soil and irrigation
Requires moderate to regular water. Does best in fertile, moist, but well-drained soil. Water freely during the growing season, sparingly in winter.
