Bougainvillea Tree

Bougainvillea Tree

Max Height: 3–6 m
Spread: 2–5 m

Origin: South America (Brazil, Peru)
Family: Nyctaginaceae

Common Name: Bougainvillea Tree, Paper Flower Tree
Flower Colour: Pink, Purple, Red, Orange, White, Yellow

Drought Tolerance: High
Salinity Tolerance: Medium

Sun Tolerance: Very High
Wind Tolerance: Medium

Water Requirement: Low–Medium
PH Level: Slightly acidic to neutral

Pest Tolerance: High
Disease Tolerance: Medium

Growth Rate: Fast
Fragrance: No

Bougainvillea Tree is a spectacular ornamental plant trained into a small flowering tree form, admired for its vibrant colorful bracts and long blooming season.

Unlike the climbing vine, this standard tree-shaped bougainvillea creates a strong central trunk with a dense, rounded canopy, making it ideal for entrances, patios, avenue planting, and decorative landscape projects.

Bougainvillea thrives in full sun, requires minimal watering once established, and performs exceptionally well in warm, dry climates. Its striking tropical appearance and rich colours make it one of the most popular flowering trees for gardens, resorts, and urban landscaping.