Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pansamalana
ID:
164624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Donn.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz.13: 27 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163953

Common Names

  • Pansamalana Orchid Tree
  • Mountain Ebony
  • Camel's Foot

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Synonyms

  • Casparea pansamalana (Donn.Sm.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Casparia pansamalana (Donn.Sm.) Britton & Rose [unknown]

Description

Bauhinia pansamalana (also called Pink 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 pink flowers with a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia pansamalana 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 pansamalana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia pansamalana 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 pansamalana

Bauhinia pansamalana is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Bauhinia pansamalana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia pansamalana?

Bauhinia pansamalana

What is the common name of Bauhinia pansamalana?

Pansamalana Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia pansamalana?

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