Bauhinia purpurea (Orchid Tree) - Video 1

Botanical names: Bauhinia purpurea, Phanera purpurea

Common names: Orchid Tree, Butterfly Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Australia and East Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftFull sunDry conditionsRed, crimson, vinous flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant


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