Bauhinia galpinii

Red Bauhinia, Nasturtium Bauhinia, African Plum, Pride of De Kaap

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 9B - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange, red
Bloom time Spring through Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Height 4' to 6' / 1.20m to 1.80m
Spread 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal