Cultivating Bougainvillea: A Burst of Colors in Your Home Garden
Originally from South America, the vibrant bougainvillea thrives not only in coastal areas and the South but also on your balcony, bringing a touch of tropical allure to your home. This climbing beauty, also known as bougainvillea or bougainvillea, can be a striking addition in pots. Learn about its flowering patterns and how to guide it to climb a support.
Bougainvillea Overview: Bougainvillea, a climbing plant, offers an enchanting spectacle with its flamboyant flowers. The name was bestowed in honor of the French explorer Louis Antoine de Bougainville, who discovered this plant in Brazil in 1768. Its evergreen nature presents a riot of colors, ranging from pink, fuchsia, magenta, purple to red and orange.
Varieties and Species: The genus Bougainvillea comprises 18 species and numerous varieties. Some notable ones include:
- Bougainvillea glabra: Luxuriant, reaching up to 10 meters, with bright leaves.
- Bougainvillea aurantiaca: Thrives in hot temperatures, showcasing ocher yellow leaves.
- Bougainvillea x buttiana: Hybrid with varied colors resulting from cross-breeding.
- Bougainvillea spectabilis: Brazilian origin, featuring intense pink bracts.
- Bougainvillea speciosa: Brazilian species with heart-shaped, pink-to-fuchsia bracts.
- Bougainvillea refulgens: Brazilian origin, displaying pendulous panicles in purplish tones.
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