Bauhinia divaricata (Butterfly Orchid Tree)

Botanical name: Bauhinia divaricata

Common name: Butterfly Orchid Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Central America

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A beautiful, small tree with small pink and white flowers. Ideal for spaces where they can be observed and appreciated up close.

See article about bauhinias.

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