How to identify Orchid tree (Bauhinia galpinii)
Orchid tree, also known as Nasturtium bauhinia, Red orchid bush, Red orchid tree
Orchid tree is a semi-deciduous, sprawling shrub that can reach up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall and extend to 15 feet (4.5 meters) wide, with the potential to spread even wider up to 25 feet (7.6 meters). It exhibits distinctive heart-shaped, dark green leaves, which are deeply lobed, resembling a pair of identical leaflets. The plant is adorned with bright, brick-red or salmon-colored flowers from late summer through early winter. Its blooms contrast against the foliage, providing a striking visual during blooming seasons.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Vine, Shrub
Leaf Type: Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
Heart-shaped, dark green leaves with deep lobes and paired leaflets.
Vivid red to orange flowers with rippled petals, clustered at branch tips.
Elongated, woody pods with a brown hue, splitting open to release seeds.
Flowers measure 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm) across, emitting a mild fragrance.
Sprawling shrub up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall and 15 feet (4.5 meters) wide.
The flowers of orchid tree are vivid red to orange, clustered near the branch tips. Each blossom showcases five petals with slightly rippled edges, measuring approximately 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm) across. The petals are somewhat asymmetrical, adding a distinctive flair to the arrangement. These flowers often form densely packed clusters that stand out vibrantly against the foliage. Blooming during the warmer months, they emit a mild but pleasant fragrance, making them particularly attractive to pollinators.
The fruit of orchid tree manifests as a slender, elongated pod, typically exhibiting a woody texture and a brownish hue upon maturation. These pods, which can measure up to 5 inches (12.7 cm) in length, display a slightly curved profile. Upon reaching maturity, they often split open along one seam to release the enclosed seeds. The surface of the pods may have a smooth to slightly roughened texture, providing distinctive tactile and visual characteristics for identification.
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Scientific Classification of Orchid tree
