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Bidi Leaf Tree (Bauhinia racemosa)

Bauhinia racemosa, the Bidi Leaf Tree, is a medium-sized deciduous tree from tropical Asia, valued for its medicinal uses and economic importance.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types, but prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-30 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Crucial for flowering.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.

Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types, but prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-30 °C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Medicinal, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

6-15 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Bauhinia parviflora Vahl
Bauhinia spicata Rottler ex Biehler
Bauhinia tenuis Span.
Bauhinia timorana Baker
Bauhinia timorensis Decne.
Pauletia racemosa (Lam.) A.Schmitz
Piliostigma racemosum (Lam.) Benth.
Telestria racemosa (Lam.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusBauhinia
  • speciesBauhinia racemosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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