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 Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Large tree
Mature height: 20 ft or more
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: Dry conditions
Flower color: Pink; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Foliage: Deciduous
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsLearn more about
Purple Orchid tree, butterfly tree. Vigorous shade tree with wide canopy and showers of purple flowers from fall through winter/spring. Nice, fast growing shade tree.
Learn more: Bauhinias: trees with Orchid Flowers and Butterfly Wings
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Learn more: Bauhinias: trees with Orchid Flowers and Butterfly Wings
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot