Bauhinia divaricata (Butterfly Orchid Tree)
Bauhinia divaricata (Butterfly Orchid Tree) displays white and pink delicate petals among large green foliage.
Botanical name: Bauhinia divaricata
Common name: Butterfly Orchid Tree
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
Origin: Central America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Large bush or small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsA beautiful, small tree with small pink and white flowers. Ideal for spaces where they can be observed and appreciated up close.
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Bauhinia divaricata (Butterfly Orchid Tree) flower clusters with white and pink petals among green leaves.
Bauhinia divaricata (Butterfly Orchid Tree) with delicate white petals and long slender stamens on foliage
Bauhinia divaricata (Butterfly Orchid Tree) with delicate white and pink petals in a tight cluster
Bauhinia divaricata flower with long white petals and pink centers on branch
Bauhinia divaricata flower with long delicate petals in pink and white color tones.
Bauhinia divaricata (Butterfly Orchid Tree) with small pink flowers among many light green leaves.
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