Purple orchid tree (Bauhinia purpurea) | seeds, 10 pcs.

• Latin name: Bauhinia purpurea
• Danish names: Purple orchid tree, orchid tree
• English names: Purple orchid tree, butterfly tree, camel’s foot tree
  

Bauhinia purpurea, also known as the purple orchid tree, is a tropical and subtropical ornamental tree native to Southeast Asia. The tree is known for its long flowering period and its beautiful, orchid-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, and violet, often with a delicate fragrance. The flowers attract pollinating insects and, along with their appearance, are one of the main reasons why Bauhinia purpurea is grown in gardens and parks around the world.

The leaves are two-lobed and resemble a butterfly or a camel’s foot in shape – a characteristic that has given rise to several of the tree's English names. Its growth is elegant and upright with a light, airy crown, which makes the tree suitable both as a specimen plant and in plantings where you want color and light shade.

Bauhinia purpurea requires a warm, frost-free climate to thrive. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil, and it is moderately drought-tolerant once established. In cooler climates, it can be grown as a potted plant and overwintered frost-free at temperatures above 10 °C.

This species is ideal for those who want an elegant and flowering ornamental plant with an exotic expression. With its decorative leaves and spectacular flowers, Bauhinia purpurea is a beautiful and eye-catching addition to any tropical-inspired garden or collection.