​Bauhinia Purpurea

Bauhinia Purpurea 
(Purple Orchid Tree)

  • Botanical Name: Bauhinia purpurea
  • Common Names: Purple Orchid Tree, Butterfly Tree
  • Plant Type: Deciduous tree

Suitable Growing Conditions:

  • Climate: Warm, tropical to subtropical regions.
  • Soil: Well-drained, sandy loam or clay soils.
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Watering: Moderate; avoid water logging.
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Plant Characteristics

Height: Grows up to 10-12 meters.

Age: Can live up to 20-30 years under proper care.

Features: Produces vibrant pink to purple flowers that bloom during late summer and autumn, attracting bees and butterflies.

Medicinal Properties

Traditional healing makes use of several tree parts. The blooms act as a laxative, while the roots offer ruminative properties that help with digestion. In addition, boils and abscesses are treated with a poultice prepared from the bark, roots, and flowers combined with rice water.

Antimicrobial Activity

The antibacterial and anti fungal characteristics of Bauhinia purpurea extracts indicate that they may be useful in the fight against a variety of microbial illnesses.

Anti-Inflammatory Effects

Research suggests that the leaves have anti-inflammatory qualities that may lessen inflammation and the discomfort that goes along with it.

Culinary Uses

The young leaves and petals are used in some cultures as pickled foods, vegetables, or to add flavor to curries.

Benefits of Bauhinia Purpurea

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