The Anacacho Orchid tree is native to Mexico and south-western regions of Texas. A large shrub or small tree with an irregular growth pattern.
The distinctive gray-green leaves are slightly cleft, and drop only when temperatures drop into the 30s. The foliage cover is thicker when grown in full sun. Clusters of pale pink to white flowers emerge on the new growth in the spring, lasting roughly a month. The flowers look like those of orchids, giving the shrub its name. Bees and butterflies are readily attracted to the blooms.
The Anacacho Orchid tree is low maintenance and tolerant of hot and dry conditions, but required adequately drained soils.
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Spring Bloomer | |
Texas Native |
Flower Color:White |
Height15 Feet |
Spread10 Feet |
Also labeled as Anacacho bauhinia
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