Bougainvillea is a vibrant, ornamental flowering plant known for its brilliant colors and vigorous growth. It belongs to the genus Bougainvillea in the family Nyctaginaceae and is widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions.

Bougainvillea is a woody, evergreen or semi-evergreen climber or shrub with long, thorny stems that help it climb over fences, walls, and trellises. The true flowers are small, tubular, and usually white or yellow, but they are surrounded by large, papery, brightly colored bracts that create the plant’s striking display. These bracts appear in shades of magenta, pink, red, orange, purple, white, and yellow.

The leaves are simple, oval, and green, providing a lush contrast to the colorful bracts. Bougainvillea blooms profusely in warm, sunny conditions, often flowering year-round in ideal climates, with peak blooming during dry seasons.

Bougainvillea thrives in full sunlight and well-drained soil and is highly drought-tolerant once established. It requires minimal maintenance and responds well to pruning, which helps control its shape and encourages more flowering.

Because of its bright colors and climbing habit, bougainvillea is commonly used for covering walls, pergolas, fences, and arches, as well as in hanging baskets and containers. It symbolizes beauty, passion, and resilience, making it a favorite in decorative landscaping.