Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
213529

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 375 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212858

Common Names

  • Bauhinia acuminata
  • Mountain Ebony
  • Mountain Orchid Tree

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia linnaei Ali [valid]
  • Mandarus acuminata (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Pauletia acuminata (L.) A.Schmitz [valid]
  • Casparia acuminata (L.) Heynh. [valid]

Description

Bauhinia acuminata (also called Mountain Ebony, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is found in dry, sunny places such as roadsides, meadows and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia acuminata has been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia acuminata has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia acuminata is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Bauhinia acuminata

Bauhinia acuminata is native to Asia and can be found in dry, sunny areas with well-drained soil.

Bauhinia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia acuminata?

Bauhinia acuminata

What is the common name of Bauhinia acuminata?

Pointed Bauhinia

What is the growth habit of Bauhinia acuminata?

Bauhinia acuminata is a shrub

Species in the Bauhinia genus

Bauhinia acreana, Bauhinia anomala, Bauhinia argentinensis, Bauhinia aureopunctata, Bauhinia bauhinioides, Bauhinia beguinotii, Bauhinia bombaciflora, Bauhinia brachycalyx, Bauhinia calliandroides, Bauhinia caloneura, Bauhinia campestris, Bauhinia catingae, Bauhinia conwayi, Bauhinia cookii, Bauhinia coulteri, Bauhinia dimorphophylla, Bauhinia dipetala, Bauhinia estrellensis, Bauhinia glaziovii, Bauhinia goyazensis, Bauhinia hagenbeckii, Bauhinia humilis, Bauhinia jucunda, Bauhinia kleiniana, Bauhinia leptantha, Bauhinia longipedicellata, Bauhinia macranthera, Bauhinia malacotricha, Bauhinia pansamalana, Bauhinia parviloba, Bauhinia pringlei, Bauhinia ramosissima, Bauhinia rubeleruziana, Bauhinia seleriana, Bauhinia seminarioi, Bauhinia siqueiraei, Bauhinia subrotundifolia, Bauhinia vespertillo, Bauhinia weberbaueri, Bauhinia erythrocalyx, Bauhinia eucosma, Bauhinia retifolia, Bauhinia acuruana, Bauhinia anatomica, Bauhinia andrieuxii, Bauhinia bicolor, Bauhinia brevipes, Bauhinia burchellii, Bauhinia cheilantha, Bauhinia cinnamomea,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References