Bauhinia geniculata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wunderlin
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Sida22: 111 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561580
Common Names
- Bauhinia geniculata
- Knee-jointed Bauhinia
- Knee-like Bauhinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bauhinia geniculata (also called Geniculate 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 geniculata 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 geniculata is white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, with rounded leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia geniculata 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 geniculata
Bauhinia geniculata can be found in India
Bauhinia geniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia geniculata?
Bauhinia geniculata
What is the common name of Bauhinia geniculata?
Geniculate Bauhinia
Where is Bauhinia geniculata found?
Bauhinia geniculata 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
References
Richard P. Wunderlin (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wunderlin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60444120-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Bauhinia geniculata Wunderlin: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.