Orchid Tree
Bauhinia purpurea
(baw-HIN-ee-uh)
(pur-PUR-ee-uh)
Synonyms: Butterfly Tree,
Mountain Ebony, Geranium Tree
This tree seems to be a
little controversial with its habits but I think everyone can agree that it is
beautiful when flowering. This specimen is an especially dark colored variety
and was growing in a pot. It was nice that it was only 8 feet tall as this tree
can get up to 20 feet tall in nature. To me the specimens I have personally
seen growing in Hawaii, California and Florida have been good looking trees
that reminded me faintly of our own beloved native, Flowering Dogwood.
Orchid Tree is native to
South China and Southeast Asia. There are several traditional medicinal uses
for Bauhinia purpurea including as an anti-inflammatory medication.
Since this is a tropical type
of post here is a Southern California sunset picture that has been hanging
around.
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