Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucantha
ID:
184132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thulin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.9: 51 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183461

Common Names

  • Bauhinia leucantha
  • White Bauhinia
  • White Orchid Tree

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Description

Bauhinia leucantha (also called White-Flowered Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia leucantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia leucantha has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia leucantha is a shrub or small tree native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -2°C (28°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Bauhinia leucantha

Bauhinia leucantha is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and North West provinces.

Bauhinia leucantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia leucantha?

Bauhinia leucantha

What is the common name of Bauhinia leucantha?

White Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia leucantha?

Bauhinia leucantha is found in dry grassland and scrubland in South Africa.

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