Bauhinia madagascariensis (Red Butterfly Orchid Tree) - Video 1

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Botanical name: Bauhinia madagascariensis

Common name: Red Butterfly Orchid Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Africa, Madagascar

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Bauhinia madagascariensis
The flowers of Bauhinia madagascariensis, in their radiant red hue, are like vibrant flames igniting the landscape.


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Bauhinia madagascariensis, Red Butterfly Orchid Tree

This 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

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot
In stock
$49.95