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| Zone 9-10 The Orchid Tree is native in India and China and is related to the Redbud tree, Jerusalem-Thorn tree and beans. It grows in both South and Central Florida to about 25 feet It is a deciduous tree with medium green leaves shaped like the footprint of an ox or cow The flowers look somewhat like an orchid and are about 3-4 inches across. They may be in colors like red, purple, lavender, yellow or white Depending on variety, bauhinias flower in winter, spring or summer and many of the 300 species are also shrubs The Hong Kong Orchid Tree (Bauhinia blakeana) is the emblem of Kong Kong and the flower is part of the regional flag. This tree produces extra large 6 inch scented flowers fall through spring which are a strong red or purple in color. This is a hybrid that produces no seed pods. Hong Kong Orchid Tree is a zone 10 variety only Plant in full sun away from the beach with enriched soil and good drainage. They're easy after being established, but often foliage is poor. This tree requires proper feeding to have nice leaves Other Bauhinia varieties of interest include:
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