The spectacular Red Bauhinia , ( Bauhinia galpinii ) is adding it's warm colour to the winter cold here in Sydney. This is a large shrub or small tree, growing around 3 to 6 metres high. It is native to Africa and thrives in temperate to warm climates. Red or orange flowers ( depending on the variety ) cover the tree, but the green lobed foliage is also very attractive, being similar in shape to a Camel's foot. Birds are attracted to the flowers for the nectar, so this is a good plant for wildlife lovers. This tree was growing in one of Sydney's local gardens.
