Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
seleriana
ID:
164639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier7: 549 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163968

Common Names

  • Seleriana Bauhinia
  • Purple Orchid Tree
  • Mountain Ebony

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Synonyms

  • Bauhinia paradisi Standl. & L.O.Williams [valid]
  • Pauletia seleriana (Harms) A.Schmitz [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia seleriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful, bright yellow flower that blooms in the spring and summer months. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and flowers have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bauhinia seleriana is a bright pink, five-petaled bloom with yellow stamens. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia seleriana is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 5 m (16 ft) tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Bauhinia seleriana

Bauhinia seleriana is native to Bolivia and can be found in the dry forests of the Andes.

Bauhinia seleriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia seleriana?

Bauhinia seleriana

What is the common name of Bauhinia seleriana?

Seler's Bauhinia

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia seleriana?

Dry open woods and thickets

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