You can see the purple orchid tree (Bauhinia variegata) in bloom between the 10^th and 3^rd lunar months as you travell through main streets in Da Nang.

Below are some stunning photos captured by our freelance photographer Phuc Le, depicting the breathtaking beauty of the purple orchid tree when it is full bloom.

The purple orchid tree is planted along walkways in public parks and in residential areas, plus along main streets.

The flowering tree blends well into almost any landscape, and can provide welcome shade and cooler temperatures during the summer. In addition, this flowering plant helps to beautify the city when it is in full bloom.

Leaves of the purple orchid tree are larger than those of white orchid tree in northwestern Viet Nam

This tree has a short trunk, spreading branches, and it is marginally frost hardy when mature.

The orchid tree is one of the most popular flowering trees for warm-weather climates. It is frequently planted for their showy flowers and ornamental foliage.

In Da Nang, the purple orchid tree is planted along such major streets as Bach Dang and Phan Dang Luu, and in the Linh Ung Pagoda and public parks.

The flowering trees in a public park on Hung Vuong Street

The breathtaking beauty of the orchid tree in bloom

 By PHUC LE - Translated by MAI DUNG