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Bauhinia aculeata

Scientific Name: Bauhinia aculeata

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

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Bauhinia aculeata: White Orchid-Tree

Bauhinia aculeata, commonly known as the White Orchid-Tree, is a hardy species within the Bauhinia genus.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is described as "aculeata," derived from the Latin "aculeus," meaning prickle, suggesting the presence of thorns or spine-like structures.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bauhinia aculeata L.
  • Common Name: White Orchid-Tree
  • Family: Fabaceae (alt. Leguminosae)
  • Genus: Bauhinia
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Bauhinia grandiflora A. Juss.
    • Bauhinia grandiflora Blanco
  • Subspecies: Bauhinia aculeata subsp. grandiflora (A. Juss.) Wunderlin

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the West Indies (Lesser Antilles) and Central America.
  • Elevation: 0-500 meters.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Deciduous to semi-evergreen tree.
  • Reaches a height of 25 to 30 feet.
  • Habit: Shrub
  • Plant which can be grown as a Bonsai
  • Leaf parts include: Foliage Lamina leaf blade Vegetative Venation Leaf parts Plant parts.

Quirky Facts

  • Bauhinia blakeana, a related species, is the floral emblem of Hong Kong, featured on the flag and used by Hong Kong Airlines.