Bougainvillea glabra Flower

Bougainvillea glabra is a woody vine or shrub with thorny branches.It can grow up to 10 to 40 feet in height and spreads out widely.The leaves are green, simple, and ovate to elliptic in shape,with a pointed tip.The flowers of Bougainvillea glabra are the main attraction.They are small,tubular,and usually white or cream in color.However,the true flowers are actually small and inconspicuous, surrounded by brightly colored bracts, which are modified leaves. The bracts are papery and come in various vibrant shades, including pink, purple, red, orange, and yellow.These bracts make the flowers appear larger and more prominent.Bougainvillea glabra typically blooms in cycles throughout the year, but the peak blooming period varies depending on the climate. In tropical and subtropical regions, it may flower almost year-round, while in temperate regions, it usually blooms during the warmer months.