Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malmeana
ID:
1306499

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vaz & G.P.Lewis

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa239: 266 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318953

Common Names

  • Bauhinia malmeana
  • Malme's Bauhinia
  • Malme's Orchid Tree

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Description

Bauhinia malmeana (also called 'Orchid Tree', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia malmeana is a popular ornamental plant that is grown in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or screen in sunny areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia malmeana is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia malmeana is a shrub native to Brazil. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seeds. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Bauhinia malmeana

Bauhinia malmeana can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Bauhinia malmeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia malmeana?

Bauhinia malmeana

What type of plant is Bauhinia malmeana?

Tree

Where is Bauhinia malmeana found?

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

Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Angela Maria Studart da Fonseca Vaz (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vaz' in the authors string.