Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 75 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561573
Common Names
- Bauhinia eximia
- Exquisite Bauhinia
- Fine Bauhinia
Description
Bauhinia eximia (also called Eximious Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small, shrubby tree with a single, thin, cylindrical trunk and small, ovate leaves. It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, open forests at elevations of 500 to 1000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia eximia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant, and can be used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bauhinia eximia is white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with rounded leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia eximia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Bauhinia eximia
Bauhinia eximia is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Bauhinia eximia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia eximia?
Bauhinia eximia
What is the common name of Bauhinia eximia?
Eximious Bauhinia
Where is Bauhinia eximia found?
Bauhinia eximia is found in the Caribbean islands, Central America, and northern South America
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