Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrocalyx
ID:
164960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wunderlin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Sida5: 353 (1974 publ. 1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164289

Common Names

  • Red-Calyx Bauhinia
  • Red-Calyx Orchid Tree
  • Erythrocalyx Bauhinia

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia petensis Lundell [deprecated]
  • Bauhinia petenensis Lundell [valid]

Description

Bauhinia erythrocalyx (also called Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia erythrocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia erythrocalyx is a bright pink, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia erythrocalyx is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant evergreen tree native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of poor soils and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Bauhinia erythrocalyx

Bauhinia erythrocalyx is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Bauhinia erythrocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia erythrocalyx?

Bauhinia erythrocalyx

What are the common names of Bauhinia erythrocalyx?

Red-flowered Bauhinia, Red Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia erythrocalyx?

Tropical and subtropical dry 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