Bauhinia blakeana (Hong Kong Orchid Tree) - video

Botanical name: Bauhinia blakeana

Common name: Hong Kong Orchid Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Caesalpinioideae

Origin: Hong Kong

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Bauhinia blakeana
If you happen to be in Florida during Winter months, you must have noticed Orchid trees in full bloom, and the most beautiful of them - Bauhinia blakeana - Hong Kong Orchid Tree.


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