Paperflower (Bougainvillea glabra)
Paperflower, also known as Lesser bougainvillea
Bougainvillea, also known as the paperflower, is a popular ornamental plant that flourishes in warm environments. The species Bougainvillea glabra holds the status of the official flower in several regions, such as Guam, Pingtung, Ipoh, Tagbilaran, San Clemente, Guangzhou, and Naha.
Key Facts About Paperflower
Attributes of Paperflower
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Plant Height
3 m to 5 m
Spread
1 m to 5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
4 mm
Flower Color
Pink White Purple Yellow Red Orange
Scientific Classification of Paperflower
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies
Family
Four o'clock
Genus
Bougainvillea
Species
Paperflower