🌳 Kachnar
✅ Native

Kachnar

Bauhinia variegata · Fabaceae

Flower buds eaten as a vegetable; ornamental; bark used medicinally

🗺️ Native range in India: Sub-Himalaya and deciduous forests throughout

Why Kachnar is a great native choice

  • Flower buds eaten as a vegetable
  • ornamental
  • bark used medicinally
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Frequently asked questions

Is Kachnar native to India?

Yes. Kachnar (Bauhinia variegata) is native to India. Flower buds eaten as a vegetable; ornamental; bark used medicinally

What are the benefits of Kachnar?

Key benefits include: Flower buds eaten as a vegetable; ornamental; bark used medicinally.

Should I plant Kachnar?

Yes, Kachnar is a good native choice for India. Native plants support local birds, bees and butterflies and are usually well suited to the local climate.

More native plants for India

Sources: R7, R11. See full references.

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