Features and care
Bauhinia purpurea, known as the purple orchid tree, is a warm-climate tree species cultivated for its pink flowers. It is found in parks, gardens, and along avenues, where its distinctive foliage and blooms are the main reasons for its ornamental appeal.
It has broad, almost circular leaves, divided into two lobes that resemble a hoof. The flowers, ranging in color from pink to purple, cluster at the ends of the branches and are particularly striking in autumn. Later, it develops long, flattened pods that become woody as they mature.
It needs a sunny location and cool to moist, well-drained soil. Watering should be frequent to maintain consistent moisture during the growing season, increasing with heat but not saturating the soil. It reaches 6 to 10 meters in height and grows rapidly. It tolerates very humid environments but is sensitive to frost; its USDA growing season is 9b–11.
At Ornacom we cultivate each specimen directly, guaranteeing a balanced size and abundant flowering from the first years of planting.
