Sanskrit: Svetakanchanara, Karbudara
Hindi: Kanchanar
English: Dwarf White Bauhinia
Malayalam: Vella Mandram- വെള്ള മന്ദാരം, Kongu
White Orchid-tree are mostly found in deciduous forests, and grow to the height of 2 to 3 meters tall, the leaves are rough, green, and bi-lobed, up to 15 centimeters long, with the apical cleft up to 5 cm deep. The flowers are pure white, fragrant, and with five petals sized to 8 to 12 centimeters in diameter. The fruit is a pod 7.5 to 15 centimeters long and 1.5 to 1.8 centimeters broad.
Useful plant parts of White Orchid-tree:
Root, bark
Leaf Arrangement
Shape-Heart Shaped | Margin-Entire | Venation-palmate |
The White Orchid-tree, scientifically known as Bauhinia acuminata, is a plant that has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for various purposes:
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using White Orchid-tree or any herbal remedy. It’s important to note that while this plant has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine, it contains certain compounds that can be toxic if not used properly. Use it under the guidance of a knowledgeable practitioner.
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