Status:
valid
Authors:
Pulle
Source:
ildis
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl.6: 269 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184855
Common Names
- Bauhinia Eilertsii
- Eilerts' Bauhinia
- Bauhinia
Description
Bauhinia eilertsii (also called Eilerts' Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia eilertsii is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bauhinia eilertsii has yellow flowers with white centers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia eilertsii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Bauhinia eilertsii
Bauhinia eilertsii can be found in the Sonoran Desert in Arizona, USA.
Bauhinia eilertsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia eilertsii?
Bauhinia eilertsii
Where is Bauhinia eilertsii found?
Bauhinia eilertsii is found in the Caribbean.
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia eilertsii?
Bauhinia eilertsii is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
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