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One shop word, more than one plantKachnar is not a species.
Kachnar is a shop word for more than one Bauhinia. Spring bud sabzi is often Bauhinia variegata. Purple orchid tree is Bauhinia purpurea. This page will not pick a winner.
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- Kachnar · Bauhinia variegata
Bauhinia variegata — mottled spring orchid tree, the usual kachnar bud.
- Mantharai · Bauhinia purpurea
Bauhinia purpurea — purple orchid tree, the later deep-pink street flower.
This word names more than one plant, so check the botanical name before you buy or use it. If the plant you meant is not listed, we have not written it yet. Educational only. Not medical advice and not a shop.