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Bougainvillea arborea Glaz.

Family Name: Nyctaginaceae
Common Name: Tree Bougainvillea

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Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
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Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Division Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon)
Plant Growth Form Tree, Shrub
Lifespan (in Singapore) Perennial
Mode of Nutrition Autotrophic
Plant Shape Irregular

Biogeography

Native Distribution Brazil
Native Habitat Terrestrial
Preferred Climate Zone Tropical
Local Conservation Status Non-native

Description and Ethnobotany

Foliage Leaves are oval.
Flowers Fragrant flowers.

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Flowers, Fragrant (Flowers)
Landscape Uses Parks & Gardens

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Little Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate
Rootzone Tolerance Well-Drained Soils
Maintenance Requirements Moderate
Propagation Method Stem Cutting

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Grouping Cluster / Inflorescence

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Master ID 32647
Species ID 7059
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Species record last updated on: 23 September 2024.
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