Bauhinia galpinii red orchid tree

10 seeds

Bauhinia galpinii (Red Orchid Tree)

• Sowing Time: Best from February to May or September to November, at 22–35°C.

• Seed Prep: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours or lightly scarify before sowing.

• Soil: Use well-drained sandy loam soil with compost.

• Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep and water gently.

• Light: Requires full sun for best flowering.

• Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until germination; water moderately afterward.

• Germination: In 2–3 weeks under warm conditions.

• Care: Tolerates heat and drought once established; prune lightly to maintain shape.

• Blooming: Produces bright red-orange orchid-like flowers throughout summer and autumn.