Bauhinia lunarioides (Anacacho Orchid) - 10 Seeds
10 Homegrown seeds. Also known as Anacacho orchid tree, Texas Plume, Anacacho Bauhinia, Orchid Tree, Pata de vaca. Germination is not tested. Don't let small seedlings dry out. They get more tolerant to drying out as they get bigger and are fine on their own once established in the ground.
Cold Stratification: Not required. No cold stratification is necessary for germination.
Scarification: Improves germination. Scarify with sandpaper for better results.
Sowing Depth: 1/2″ deep in well-draining seed-starting mix.
Moisture: Keep soil lightly moist, not soggy.
Temperature: 70–85°F (21–29°C) for best results.
Germination Time: 7-21 days, longer if unscarified.
Perennial
Hardiness Zones: 8-10
Water Requirements: Low (drought tolerant). Avoid planting in wet spots.
Sun: Full sun to part shade.
Habit: Woody shrub.
Size: 6-12 ft (up to 15 sometimes).
Leaf Retention: Deciduous to semi-evergreen.
Wildlife: Attractive to native bees, butterflies, hummingbirds.
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