Pride Of De Kaap
Bauhinia galpinii
Also known as
African Plume, Nasturtium Bauhinia, Red Bauhinia, Red Butterfly Tree
Full Sun
Easy care
Moderate watering
Tender
8a-11b
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
3m | Max | 4m |
2m | Min | 3m |
1 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Pride Of De Kaap Overview
An evergreen medium to large shrub that acts like a climber, with brick-red (or salmon-pink) orchid-like flowers. Is found naturally in the Bushveld region of South Africa. A colourful garden shrub that attracts butterflies and other insects. Needs to be pruned in autumn to keep in shape.
Pride Of De Kaap Companion Plants
How to harvest Pride Of De Kaap
Generally not harvested
How to propagate Pride Of De Kaap
Seed
Seeds germinate easily, best sown in spring. Soaking in warm water overnight will speed up germination. Seedlings grow quickly and should be transferred into individual pots while still young.
Special features of Pride Of De Kaap
Attracts useful insects
Certain butterfly larvae, that will eat the leaves and later pupate into beautifully coloured butterflies, favour this species.
Drought resistant
Fairly drought resistant in winter and needs to be well watered in summer.
Hedge plant
It is easy and fast growing and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Attracts butterflies
Wind break
Other uses of Pride Of De Kaap
Grown for their flowers.
Ornamental
A colourful garden shrub that attracts butterflies and other insects.
