Bauhinia Plant — Bauhinia purpurea | Orchid Tree | Purple Flowering Tree

Bauhinia (Bauhinia purpurea), popularly known as the Orchid Tree or Purple Bauhinia, is a stunning tropical flowering tree that produces large, orchid-like blooms in shades of pink, purple, and magenta. One of the most beautiful flowering trees for Indian gardens, avenues, and parks — a true showstopper when in full bloom.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Bauhinia purpurea
• Common Names: Bauhinia, Orchid Tree, Purple Bauhinia, Camel’s Foot Tree, Kanchan
• Family: Fabaceae
• Plant Type: Deciduous to semi-evergreen flowering tree
• Height: 5–10 metres at maturity
• Flower Colour: Pink-purple to magenta, orchid-like
• Flowering Season: Autumn to Winter (October–February)

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun — essential for flowering
• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Soil: Well-draining loamy soil; tolerates a range of soil types
• Fertilizer: Monthly balanced NPK; bloom booster before flowering season
• Container Suitability: Young plants in large containers; best planted in ground
• Landscaping Uses: Avenue tree, garden specimen, park planting, courtyard feature

Care Guide

• Prune lightly after flowering to shape and encourage next season’s blooms
• Fast grower in warm, sunny conditions
• Attracts butterflies and bees during flowering season
• Thrives in Kerala’s tropical climate

Customer FAQs

Q: Why is it called Orchid Tree?
A: Its large, five-petalled flowers closely resemble orchid blooms in shape and colour — giving it the popular common name Orchid Tree.

Q: How long before it flowers?
A: Typically 2–3 years from sapling under good growing conditions.

Q: Is it a fast grower?
A: Yes — Bauhinia is a fast-growing tree that can reach 3–4 metres within the first 2–3 years.

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Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.