noun
- Plural of bougainvillea; tropical climbing plants with colorful papery bracts (modified leaves) that surround small flowers, widely grown as ornamental plants.
Usage: Commonly used in gardening and horticulture contexts; Named after French explorer Louis Antoine de Bougainville
Examples
- The bougainvilleas in her garden bloomed in vibrant shades of pink and purple.
- Bougainvilleas thrive in warm, sunny climates and are popular in Mediterranean landscapes.
- She planted several bougainvilleas along the fence to create a colorful privacy screen.
- The bright bougainvilleas attracted butterflies and hummingbirds to the patio.
- Bougainvilleas require well-draining soil and minimal watering once established.
- The resort was decorated with cascading bougainvilleas in red and orange.