Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycina
ID:
200150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre ex Gagnep.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)2: 169 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199479

Common Names

  • Bauhinia Calycina
  • Calycina Bauhinia
  • Calycina Mountain Ebony

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Description

Bauhinia calycina (also called Calycina, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the Fabaceae family. It is a small to medium-sized tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, riverine forests, and wooded savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia calycina is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia calycina is a yellowish-white color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure with a pointed end. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia calycina is a small, evergreen tree or shrub that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Bauhinia calycina

Bauhinia calycina is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry forests and savannas. It can also be found in the southern parts of India and Sri Lanka.

Bauhinia calycina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia calycina?

Bauhinia calycina

What is the common name of Bauhinia calycina?

Calyx Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia calycina?

Dry deciduous forests, scrub jungles, and wastelands

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

François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.