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Mexican Orchid Tree

Bauhinia Mexicana

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Overview

The Mexican Orchid Tree (Bauhinia mexicana) is a semi-evergreen shrub reaching up to 8-12 feet in height with an equal spread. Admired for its orchid-like white flowers, it blooms from late spring to early fall, attracting pollinators. This low-maintenance plant prefers well-drained soil and full to partial sun. It’s frost tender and thrives in USDA zones 9-11. Ideal for accent planting in xeriscaped gardens due to its drought tolerance.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
Mexican Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Mexicana) — Admired for its orchid-like white flowers, it blooms from late spring to early fall, attracting pollinators

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fabaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Mexican Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Mexicana) — Admired for its orchid-like white flowers, it blooms from late spring to early fall, attracting pollinators

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