Bougainvillea flowers are blooming brightly in the hot weather on Highway 1A

April 16, 2024 | 15:44

TPO - Along National Highway 1A, through District 12 towards Thu Duc City (HCMC) these days, bougainvillea flowers are blooming brightly in the intense heat.

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Along Highway 1A, through District 12, Hoc Mon and Thu Duc City (HCMC), bougainvillea is planted in large numbers on the median strip. These days, when the weather is extremely hot, bougainvillea flowers are blooming brilliantly.

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Bougainvillea row through district 12.

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Bougainvillea is also known as kite flower ( scientific name is Bougainvillea spectabilis, English name is Bougainvillea, Paper Flower), this flower belongs to the Nyctaginaceae family.

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The name of this flower is based on its physical characteristics, with petals as fragile as sheets of paper.

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Paper flowers have a simple beauty and often bloom in hot weather.

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When the bougainvillea blooms, it is also the time when the hot summer comes.

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According to many studies, bougainvillea originated in Brazil (South America) and was later introduced to other countries, especially those with tropical climates (the plant is easy to adapt), and was crossbred to create many other types (Thai bougainvillea, American bougainvillea,...).

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Vietnam is also located in the tropical climate zone, so it is very easy to grow and is grown in many places across the country for decoration, shade (to make trellis for climbing plants),...

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The bougainvillea row across from the Tre broadcasting station.

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The bougainvillea row in front of Quang Trung Software Park is colorful and neatly tended.

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Bougainvillea is easy to bend and adaptable, can withstand harsh conditions, so it is often planted in many urban areas and on median strips and sidewalks.