Bauhinia yunnanensis
Also Known As
- Bauhinia [CY T 279]
- Climbing Chinese Orchid Tree
- Hardy Bauhinia
Plant type
perennial, vine
size
- H: 12'-14'
- W: 10'-25'
planting zones
- 7b-11
Bauhinia yunnanensis plant details
Bauhinia yunnanensis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Bauhinia yunnanensis
- Plant type: perennial vine
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 25 FT - wide, 12 FT - 14 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in fall
- Uses: trellis, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Bauhinia yunnanensis
- USDA Zones: 7b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Bauhinia yunnanensis plant
How to Grow Bauhinia yunnanensis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 15'-40'
Width: 10'-30'
- sun
- regular - low
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 8'-15'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
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