Dwarf White Bauhinia (Bauhinia Acuminata) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Bauhinia acuminata is a small, ornamental shrub or small tree known for its attractive white, orchid-like flowers and distinctive bilobed leaves.

Dwarf White Bauhinia

Dwarf White Bauhinia

Bauhinia Acuminata

Bauhinia acuminata is a small, ornamental shrub or small tree known for its attractive white, orchid-like flowers and distinctive bilobed leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, screen, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dwarf White Bauhinia

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Dwarf White Bauhinia
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Bauhinia