Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prainiana
ID:
200244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
ildis

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1924: 93 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199573

Common Names

  • Bauhinia prainiana
  • Butterfly Orchid Tree
  • Mountain Ebony

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia polycarpa kurzii Prain [valid]
  • Pauletia prainiana (Craib) A.Schmitz [valid]

Description

Bauhinia prainiana (also called Prain's Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to Southeast Asia, and grows in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia prainiana is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks, and is also used as a shade tree. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia prainiana is a pink-purple color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia prainiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Bauhinia prainiana

Bauhinia prainiana is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Bauhinia prainiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia prainiana?

Bauhinia prainiana

What is the common name of Bauhinia prainiana?

Prain's Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia prainiana?

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