Bauhinia malacotricha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst.72: 22 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163949
Common Names
- Malacotricha Bauhinia
- Hairy Bauhinia
- Woolly Bauhinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bauhinia malacotricha (also called White Orchid Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 10 meters tall and has white flowers with a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia malacotricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens due to its attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bauhinia malacotricha is a creamy white color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia malacotricha is a small tree native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Bauhinia malacotricha
Bauhinia malacotricha is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist deciduous forests, and on hillsides and riverbanks.
Bauhinia malacotricha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia malacotricha?
Bauhinia malacotricha
What is the common name of Bauhinia malacotricha?
Malacotricha Bauhinia
What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia malacotricha?
Open woodlands and scrublands
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
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Bauhinia malacotricha Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.