Bauhinia variegata
Orchid Tree
Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 20-35' x 20-35' |
Exposure | Full sun |
Water | Medium Water |
Flower Color | Pink, White |
Bloom Time | Winter |
Special Features | Desert Conditions |
Container Sizes | #5, #15, 24" Box |
Natural Growth Habit | Rounded |
Sunset Garden Zones | 13, 18-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 10 |
Plant Type | Tree |
It is a small to medium-sized tree growing to 20-35′ tall and wide deciduous in the dry season. The leaves are 4-8 in. long and broad rounded and bilobed at the base and apex. The flowers are conspicuous bright pink or white 3-5 in. diameter with five petals. The fruit is a pod 6-12 in. long containing several seeds.