genus bougainvillaea (Meaning)

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genus bougainvillaea (n)

ornamental tropical woody vines

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

The genus Bougainvillea encompasses a range of vibrant flowering plants known for their papery bracts.
Bougainvilleas are native to South America, primarily Brazil and Peru, and have been introduced worldwide as ornamental shrubs.
The genus Bougainvillea includes over 30 species and over 140 cultivars with varying sizes, forms, and flower colors.
Bougainvilleas are typically arching vines that can reach heights of up to 12 meters, but can also be trained as shrubs or espaliered.
The showy "flowers" of Bougainvillea are actually modified leaves called bracts, which surround small, inconspicuous true flowers.
Bracts come in a wide array of colors, including shades of pink, purple, red, orange, yellow, and white.
Bougainvilleas thrive in warm, sunny climates with well-drained soil and regular watering.
The genus Bougainvillea is named after the French Admiral Louis Antoine de Bougainville, who first collected specimens in Brazil in the 18th century.
Bougainvilleas are popular ornamental plants due to their long blooming season, vibrant colors, and relatively low maintenance requirements.
Different species and cultivars within the genus Bougainvillea vary in their specific growth characteristics, hardiness, and flowering habits.

ornamental tropical woody vines

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The genus Bougainvillea encompasses a range of vibrant flowering plants known for their papery bracts.

Bougainvilleas are native to South America, primarily Brazil and Peru, and have been introduced worldwide as ornamental shrubs.

The genus Bougainvillea includes over 30 species and over 140 cultivars with varying sizes, forms, and flower colors.

Bougainvilleas are typically arching vines that can reach heights of up to 12 meters, but can also be trained as shrubs or espaliered.