10 Geranium Orchid Tree Shrub Seeds (Bauhinia purpurea) Purple Flower, Fast Growing, Medicinal
Other Names: Butterfly Tree
Grow Zones: 8,9,10,11,12
Seed Size: Large

Geranium Orchid plants, also known as the butterfly tree, are a beautiful and fast-growing shrub that is perfect for any garden.

Bauhinia purpurea boasts a 3 ft growth per year!

A tropical purple flowering tree producing delicate purple orchid flowers and beautiful foliage...
These plants are known for their vibrant purple flowers, which bloom in the spring and summer. Not only do they add a pop of color to any garden, but they also have a number of medicinal properties. As the plants mature, they will start to produce vibrant purple flowers.

Medicinal Uses of the Geranium Orchid
These flowers are not only beautiful to look at but also have a number of medicinal properties. Geranium Orchid plants are known to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, making them a great natural remedy for a variety of ailments.

Different parts of the plant are used medicinally in both Chinese and Ayurvedic systems of medicine. Antibacterial, antidiabetic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrheal, anticancerous, nephroprotective, a thyroid hormone regulator.

More About this Tropical Purple Flowering Tree
The flowering trees are both drought tolerant and heat resistant. They have a high disease resistance as well. The tree shrubs to grow to a 20-30 ft height. Still, they can grow up to to 50 ft tall if given ample spacing.

Tree spacing requirements are: 12-15 ft. Tip: Space the trees tighter if you are looking for a shrub height and further apart to grow to the full height.

B. Purpurea Attracts Butterflies!
Geranium Orchid plants are also a great choice for gardeners who want to attract butterflies to their garden. These plants are known to attract a variety of different butterfly species, making them a great choice for a butterfly garden.

Germination Procedure: Soak in a glass of water 24 hours prior to sowing. Sow seeds 1/4 an inch deep. Keep seeds and soil moist throughout the germination phase (3 weeks).

Seed Spacing: When planting Geranium Orchid seeds, space them about 1-2 feet apart and plant them at a depth of 1-2 inches. Place the seeds in rows that are 3-4 feet apart.

How to Care for B. Purpurea Trees and Shrubs
Geranium Orchid plants are easy to care for and can be planted in a variety of different soils. They prefer well-drained soils and full sun, but can also tolerate partial shade.  Sandy, loam and clay are preferred soil types. Ensure good water drainage. Add high potassium fertilizer during the spring/summer for ample flowering. Take care not to add too much nitrogen fertilizer (else you will have more leaves and less flowers). After flowering is over, cut back flower stems before winter to ensure new flower stem shoots for the next spring/summer.