5 Seeds Bauhinia alba White Orchid Tree Tropical Flowering Ornamental

Bauhinia alba, commonly known as the White Orchid Tree, is a tropical to subtropical flowering tree admired for its distinctive white blossoms that resemble orchid flowers. Each bloom features five petals, often with subtle cream or pale yellow tones, creating a soft, elegant display against the tree's light green, butterfly-shaped leaves. This ornamental tree adds a graceful tropical character to gardens and landscapes, growing into a small to medium-sized specimen with an open, spreading canopy.

In addition to its ornamental value, the White Orchid Tree offers seasonal interest and light dappled shade. The foliage consists of twin-lobed leaves, and the tree produces long seed pods after flowering. It works well as a specimen tree, in mixed tropical plantings, or in large containers where space is limited. With a warm climate preference and moderate growth, it rewards gardeners with a showy flowering period and distinctive foliage.
Species: Bauhinia alba
Type: Tropical flowering tree
Plant_Habit: Small to medium tree, open spreading canopy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
Zones: 10 to 11
Germination: Soak seeds in warm water 24 hours, sow 1/4 inch deep
Sowing: Warm soil, keep moist
Spacing: 15 to 20 feet
Notes: Long seed pods form after flowering