Bauhinia galpinii (Pride of De Kaap)

Botanical names: Bauhinia galpinii, Bauhinia punctata

Common names: Pride of De Kaap, Nasturtium Bauhinia

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Africa

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Medium to large shrub with brick red flowers for a long period during the summer months but will also flower sporadically throughout the rest of the year. Cold sensitive, requires regular watering until established. With just a little pruning and training it can easily be trained into an attractive small tree or large garden shrub. Easy to cultivate and requires little attention once established.

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

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