Trees Around The World Tour - ORCHID TREE

Bauhinia variata var. purpurea         |       Fabaceae       |       purple orchid tree

Noteworthy Characteristics:

This is not a member of the orchid family. It is in the bean family. It blooms in late winter when the branches are bare. The genus contains over 200 species, most of which have purple or white flowers. The flower is edible and used in some Indian curries.

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Additional Resources to Explore:

• Link to the Campus Arboretum Species Description page
• Link to the Campus Arboretum Trees Around The World Tour page (for booklet, self-guided campus tours, or docent led tour information)