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    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

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    Bauhinia tomentosa

    aka Yellow Bell Bauhinia

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    10a-12

    Size

    Height: 10'-15'

    Width: 6'-10'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Bauhinia tomentosa by Karl Gercens III
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    Bauhinia variegata

    aka Orchid Tree

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 15'-40'

    Width: 10'-30'

    • sun
    • regular - low
    Photo of Bauhinia variegata flower, form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Bauhinia galpinii

    aka African Plume, Red Orchid Tree

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    9b-12

    Size

    Height: 8'-12'

    Width: 10'-15'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Bauhinia galpinii flower by Tatiana Gerus
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    Bauhinia lunarioides

    aka Anacacho Orchid Tree

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    8b-11

    Size

    Height: 8'-15'

    Width: 6'-8'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Bauhinia lunarioides foliage by Far South Wholesale Nursery
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    Bauhinia divaricata

    aka Bauhinia mexicana, Mexican Orchid Tree

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 6'-8'

    Width: 6'-8'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular
    Photo of Bauhinia divaricata flower by Far South Wholesale Nursery
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