Napoleon's Plume (Bauhinia monandra)
Bauhinia monandra, Napoleon's Plume, is a small ornamental tree or large shrub with showy pink flowers and attractive foliage.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential; adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is between 18-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining soil is essential; adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Ideal growing range is between 18-25°C.
Can tolerate brief cooler periods but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce feeding in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
5-10 m
Spread
3-6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Bilateral Lobed
Flower Size
5-7 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusBauhinia
- speciesBauhinia monandra
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No