Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree)
Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree) orange petals with yellow centers atop lush green foliage.
Bauhinia madagascariensis
Botanical name: Bauhinia madagascariensis
Common name: Red Butterfly Orchid Tree
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae
Origin: Africa, Madagascar
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: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsThis rare plant is one of the most spectacular Orchid trees in cultivation. Flowers and extremely showy, look like scarlet butterflies with bright yellow stripes at the base of each petal.
It grows into a small tree or bush. Plant in in full sun to get the most of its flowering season.
Rare collectible species. Fast growing.
Learn more: Bauhinias: trees with Orchid Flowers and Butterfly Wings
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Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree) reveals elegant red flower with sunny yellow center
Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree) with delicate orange pink yellow petals on thin stems
Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree) flower with petals pointing outward near green leaves
Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree) orange red flower with green lobed leaves on stem
Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree) flower with vibrant red petals and yellow inner markings.
Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/bauhinia_madagascariensis.htm
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Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot