Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenella
ID:
174617

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(2): 195 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173946

Common Names

  • Butterfly Orchid
  • Camel's Foot
  • Claw Bauhinia

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Synonyms

  • Pauletia tenella (Benth.) A.Schmitz [valid]

Description

Bauhinia tenella (also called Dwarf Bauhinia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and Colombia, and can be found in tropical dry forests and tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bauhinia tenella is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a source of firewood and for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bauhinia tenella has white flowers with yellow centers, and the seed pods are flat and curved. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bauhinia tenella can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Bauhinia tenella

Bauhinia tenella is native to the tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It can be found in open woodlands, scrublands, and grasslands.

Bauhinia tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bauhinia tenella?

Bauhinia tenella

What is the common name of Bauhinia tenella?

Delicate Ebony

What is the natural habitat of Bauhinia tenella?

Bauhinia tenella is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

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