Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Torres
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Novon16: 533 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286578
Common Names
- Miriamae's Bauhinia
- Bauhinia miriamae
- Miriamae's Bauhinia
Description
Bauhinia miriamae (also called Miriam's Bauhinia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Bauhinia miriamae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Bauhinia miriamae flower is a bright pink color and has a star-shaped form. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bauhinia miriamae is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little water.
Where to Find Bauhinia miriamae
Bauhinia miriamae is native to Brazil and can be found in humid tropical forests.
Bauhinia miriamae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bauhinia miriamae?
Bauhinia miriamae
What type of plant is Bauhinia miriamae?
It is a shrub
Where is Bauhinia miriamae native to?
It is native to 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