Bauhinia grandidieri (Dwarf Orchid Tree)

Bauhinia grandidieri, Dwarf Orchid Tree, Dwarf Blue Orchid Tree

Botanical name: Bauhinia grandidieri

Common names: Dwarf Orchid Tree, Dwarf Blue Orchid Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Caribbean islands

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunDry conditionsModerate waterBlue, lavender, purple flowers

Very rare dwarf bauhinia, great for bonsai. It may be as well trained along an espalier, for an interesting effect. Grows 2-4 ft tall and 10 ft wide. Very tiny leaves and blueish-purple orchid-like flowers. Use it in a sunny, well-drained spot in alkaline soil, and it should always look nice.

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


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