Contains 3 accepted taxa overall.
Characteristics
Classification
Citation
BAUHINIA Linnaeus, Sp. Pl. 374. 1753.
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TYPE: Bauhinia divaricata Linnaeus 1753.
Species
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Status | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bauhinia aculeata | WHITE ORCHID TREE | Not Native | |
| Bauhinia purpurea | PURPLE ORCHID TREE; BUTTERFLY TREE | Not Native | |
| Bauhinia variegata | ORCHID TREE; MOUNTAIN EBONY | Not Native Y |
[Family identification key]
1. Stems with intrastipular spines; stamens 10
1. Stems without spines; stamens 3 or 5
2
2. Flower buds narrowly club-shaped and slightly winged to the apex; stamens 3
2. Flower buds spindle-shaped and tapering to the apex; stamens 5