Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melastomatoidea
ID:
1226300

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Torres

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot.64: 49 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225638

Common Names

  • Bauhinia melastomatoidea
  • Melastomatoidea Bauhinia
  • Melastomatoidea Orchid Tree

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Description

Bauhinia melastomatoidea (also called Mountain Ebony, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It has a short trunk with large, leathery leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia melastomatoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia melastomatoidea is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia melastomatoidea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bauhinia melastomatoidea

Bauhinia melastomatoidea is native to Central and South America and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the region.

Bauhinia melastomatoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia melastomatoidea?

Bauhinia melastomatoidea

What is the common name of Bauhinia melastomatoidea?

Melastomatoidea Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia melastomatoidea?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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