Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
peruviana
ID:
570570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonpl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 1: 173 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569902

Common Names

  • Bougainvillea peruviana
  • Peruviana Bougainvillea
  • Peruviana

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Synonyms

  • Tricycla peruviana Poir. [unknown]

Description

Bougainvillea peruviana (also called 'Peruvian Bougainvillea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bougainvillea peruviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellow, and tubular. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: have a single, long, thin, and wiry stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bougainvillea peruviana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or layering. It can be propagated in spring or summer.

Where to Find Bougainvillea peruviana

Bougainvillea peruviana is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in Brazil, Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.

Bougainvillea peruviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bougainvillea peruviana?

Bougainvillea peruviana

What is the family of Bougainvillea peruviana?

Nyctaginaceae

What is the common name of Bougainvillea peruviana?

Peruviana Bougainvillea

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References