Orchid Tree
Common Name
:
Orchid Tree
Chinese Name
:
羊蹄甲屬
Scientific Name
:
Bauhinia spp.
Classification
:
Deciduous
Origin
:
Mainland China and Hong Kong
Flowering Period
:
October to December in Hong Kong
About
Orchid Trees typically reach heights of 6 to 12 metres, with branches extending outward approximately 6 metres. The orchid-like flowers have five petals, can be up to 12.5 centimetre in diameter, and are generally red, pink, purple, orange, white or yellow in colour. These flowers are often fragrant.
Source: Greening, Landscape & Tree Management Section Development Bureau (greening.gov.hk)