Bauhinia Plant — Bauhinia purpurea | Orchid Tree | Purple Flowering TreeBauhinia (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 FAQsQ: 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.✓ Nursery Fresh ✓ Healthy Dispatch ✓ Secure Packaging ✓ Expert Support ✓ WhatsApp AssistanceShipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims.Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.
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