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Photo Credits:
M. Ritter, W. Mark and J. Reimer

Photo Locations:
San Luis Obispo, CA, Alameda Plazas and Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden - Santa Barbara, CA

BRAZILIAN BUTTERFLY TREE
Bauhinia forficata

General Notes

     Can be a stunning specimen tree, but should be planted where litter isn't an issue. Has thorns. Native to Brazil.

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• Bauhinia forficata - Fabaceae
• Additional Names:
  Common Names: Brazilian Butterfly Tree, Brazilian Orchid Tree
• Native To: Brazil
• Habit: Spreading
  Has Partly Deciduous foliage.
• Shape: Rounded or Umbrella
• Sunset Zones: 9 and 12 - 23
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 10 - 11
• Exposure: Partial Shade
• Water Needs: Moist Soil
• Soil Type: Loam or Sand
• Soil pH: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
• Seaside Tolerance: Good in Mild Zone
• Height: 25 - 35 feet
• Canopy Width: 25 - 35 feet
• Growth Rate: 12 to 24 Inches per Season
• Landscape Use: Screen
• Longevity: 40 to 150 years
• Leaves: Lobed and Palmate Medium Green. Partly Deciduous.
• Flowers: Cream or White. Flowers in Spring or Summer. Has perfect flowers (male and female parts in each flower).
• Fruit: Brown Pod, Very Large (Over 3.00 inches), fruiting in Summer or Fall.
• Pest & Disease: Susceptible to Aphids
• Shading Capacity: Rated as Moderate in Leaf
• Branch Strength: Rated as Medium
• Litter Issue: Dry Fruit
• Root Damage Potential: Rated as Low
• Health Hazard: None Known

Cite This Page:
SelecTree. "Bauhinia forficata Tree Record." 1995-2012. May 18, 2013.
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