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Bauhinia monandra, Orchid tree, Napoleon's plume

Bauhinia monandra

Orchid tree, Napoleon's plume
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
Origin: Tropical America
USDA Zone: 10-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapBig tree taller than 20 ftFull sunDry conditionsWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plant

Nice landscape tree, good shade tree for summer. Bauhinias were named in honor of the brothers Bauhin, Swiss botanists of the 16th-17th century. Their characteristic twin lobed leaves give them a definite tropical look. The species name 'monandra' refers to the fact that they have only one stamen. Sensitive to chlorosis, treat with iron chelate. Although not generally necessary, they can be pruned after flowering. The blossom is spectacular, the tree is covered of flowers looking like orchids. Flower will start out as a pale yellow but turn to pink the next day with the center petal streaked with magenta. Bauhinia monandra is used in Brazil for the treatment of diabetes.

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Learn more: Bauhinias: trees with Orchid Flowers and Butterfly Wings


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Bauhinia monandra - Napoleons Plume Orchid Tree

Napoleons Plume Orchid tree. The blossom is spectacular, the tree is covered of flowers looking like orchids. Flower will start out as a pale yellow but turn to pink the next day with the center petal streaked with magenta.
Learn more: Bauhinias: trees with Orchid Flowers and Butterfly Wings

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
This item is certified for shipping to California.
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
8 plants in stock
$49.95