Bauhinia variegata (Orchid Tree)
Bauhinia variegata (orchid tree, camel's foot tree, kachnar and mountain-ebony) is a ornamental tree species sourced from Indian natural stands, suited for reforestation, agroforestry, and social forestry.
| Botanical Synonyms | Bauhinia variegata var. candida (Aiton)Corner, |
| Common Names | orchid tree, camel's foot tree, kachnar and mountain-ebony |
| Plant Form | Ornamental Tree |
| Seeds per kg (approx.) | 2500 - 3000 |
| Collection Period | Feb - June |
| Germination | 90% |
| Seed Longevity | Upto 12 Months |
| Seed Treatment | Soaking in cold water for 4 - 8 hours |
Growing & Establishment
Tree seeds vary widely in their germination requirements. Many Indian hardwood species benefit from pre-sowing treatment — soaking for 12–24 hours, mechanical scarification, or brief hot water treatment to break seed coat dormancy. Polybag nursery raising is the standard method for most plantation species in India. Field transplanting is best timed to coincide with the onset of the monsoon for maximum survival.
Use in India
India's National Afforestation Programme, state forest departments, and private agroforestry initiatives use millions of tree seedlings annually for reforestation, social forestry, and watershed restoration. Native tree species are preferred for ecological projects, carbon sequestration, and farm forestry under national agroforestry schemes.
SeedsCart has supplied tree seeds to nurseries, forest departments, NGOs, plantation companies, and agroforestry projects across India for over 30 years. Seeds are collected from certified natural stands, germination-tested before dispatch, and available in bulk quantities for institutional and commercial buyers. We ship internationally.
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Product Specifications
| Name | Bauhinia variegata (Orchid Tree) |
|---|---|
| Category | Tree Seeds |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Net Quantity | 100g / 250g / 500g / 1kg (as per variant selected) |
| Marketed by | Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand |
| Manufactured by | Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand |
| MRP | 899.00 (Incl. of all taxes) |
| Customer Support | Email: support@seedscart.in Call: '+91-7455025717 |
Germination Guide
Pre-Treatment
Pre-Germination Prep
Sowing
Post-Care & Growing On
Tips
- Only a short 4-8 hour soak is needed — no need to over-soak this species Valued for its striking orchid-like spring flowers, popular as a specimen or avenue tree
