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Greve's Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Grevei) - Kachnar
کچنار
Bauhinia Grevei
Rs 20,000
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Greve’s Orchid Tree (Kachnar / کچنار) is a breathtaking deciduous tree that erupts in vivid orange blooms during summer, transforming any landscape into a spectacle. It reaches an impressive height of 20 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Native to the Indian subcontinent, it is well-adapted to Pakistan’s climate and grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan.
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Category: Flowering Trees, Shade Trees
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Orange
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Caution
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative, Shade
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Greve’s Orchid Tree (Bauhinia Grevei), known in Pakistan as Kachnar (کچنار), is native to the Indian subcontinent, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its orange flowers that appear in summer, this tree is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 20 ft at maturity, making it an ideal choice for large gardens and open spaces.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Bauhinia Grevei
- Plant Type: Tree
- Mature Height: 20 ft
- Flower Colour: Orange
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Foliage: Deciduous (Green)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Seed, Air Layering
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Exercise caution around pets and small children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Greve’s Orchid Tree
Grown from seed soaked in warm water overnight, or through air layering for faster establishment.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant grows well across most of Pakistan, from Karachi to Islamabad and Peshawar. However, it may need winter protection in the colder highland regions of Quetta, Swat, and the northern areas.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Greve’s Orchid Tree?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Greve’s Orchid Tree is an excellent choice because it provides generous natural shade for outdoor living spaces.
Buy Kachnar online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall does Greve’s Orchid Tree grow and how quickly?
Greve’s Orchid Tree is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 20 ft at maturity. In Pakistan’s warm climate, expect rapid growth of 2-3 ft per year under good conditions. It typically reaches its full potential within 5-7 years.
Is Greve’s Orchid Tree safe around cats, dogs, and small children?
While Greve’s Orchid Tree is not classified as highly toxic, it is best to exercise caution and keep it away from pets and small children who might chew on the leaves. Contact with sap may cause mild skin irritation in some cases.
How much water does Greve’s Orchid Tree need during Pakistani summers?
Greve’s Orchid Tree needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
How long does the flowering season of Greve’s Orchid Tree last?
Greve’s Orchid Tree blooms in summer, producing orange flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
Does Greve’s Orchid Tree need direct sunlight?
Greve’s Orchid Tree grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
