Bauhinia tomentosa

Yellow Bauhinia, Bell Bauhinia

Message of the Flower

Gold

The Mother’s Comment

Should only be used in the service of the Divine.

Colour

Light yellow, dark maroon

Family

Fabaceae

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus

Flower Size

About 2-3 inches across

Flower Texture

Soft, velvety

Number of Petals

5

Floral Symmetry

Bilateral

Fragrance of Flower

Mildly fragrant

Leaf Texture

Soft, velvety

Leaf Arrangement

Alternate

Leaf Color

Green

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Shrub or small tree

Life Cycle

Perennial

Blooming Period

Late summer to fall

Climate

Tropical to subtropical

Water Requirements

Moderate, drought-tolerant once established

Soil Type

Well-drained soils

Temperature Ranges

Frost-sensitive, thrives in warmer temperatures

Sun or Shade

Full sun to partial shade

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Susceptible to leaf spot and root rot if overwatered

Pollinators

Bees, butterflies, and birds

Habitat

Native to South Africa, commonly cultivated in tropical gardens

Role in the Ecosystem

Provides nectar and habitat for pollinators

Quotations

None specifically noted

Ornamental

Highly valued for ornamental flowers and foliage

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Primarily ornamental and some traditional medicinal applications

Endangered Status

Not endangered, but habitat destruction can affect local populations

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