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buganvilia

Bougainvillea glabra

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (Albania, France, Spain), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Names in Other Languages

French Bougainvillée
Portuguese buganvilia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of buganvilia?
The scientific name of buganvilia is Bougainvillea glabra. It belongs to the genus Bougainvillea.
Where does buganvilia live?
buganvilia is found in Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (Albania, France, Spain), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Afghanistan, Albania, Australia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Chad, Colombia, France, Guinea, India.
What family does buganvilia belong to?
buganvilia (Bougainvillea glabra) belongs to the genus Bougainvillea, which is part of the taxonomic family Nyctaginaceae.
What kingdom does buganvilia belong to?
buganvilia (Bougainvillea glabra) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of buganvilia?
The closest relatives of buganvilia in the genus Bougainvillea include primavera.

Native Range — 20 Countries

Genus Bougainvillea — 2 Species

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buganvilia
Bougainvillea glabra
NE
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primavera
Bougainvillea spectabilis
NE

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