Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 194 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173902
Common Names
- Dwarf Bauhinia
- Dwarf Mountain Ebony
- Dwarf Orchid Tree
Synonyms
- Pauletia dumosa (Benth.) A.Schmitz [valid]
Description
Bauhinia dumosa (also called Mountain Ebony, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters in height. It has compound leaves with 5-7 leaflets, and its flowers are white or pink in color. It grows in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia dumosa is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine, for treating coughs, colds, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bauhinia dumosa var. viscidula (Harms) Vaz & R.Marquete
Bauhinia dumosa var. dumosa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bauhinia dumosa has small, white flowers that bloom in summer. The seed pods are long and thin, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings have two seed leaves and a taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Bauhinia dumosa: This species is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Bauhinia dumosa
Bauhinia dumosa can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal.
Bauhinia dumosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia dumosa?
Bauhinia dumosa
What is the common name of Bauhinia dumosa?
Dwarf Bauhinia
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia dumosa?
Dry woodland, scrub and bushveld
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