What are the characteristics of bougainvillea? Is bougainvillea poisonous?

Bougainvillea is beautiful and easy to grow. It is very good for gardening or potted plants at home. Shenzhen holds a flower show for it every year, which is also an annual event. In addition to its good ornamental value, it can also be used as medicine. The bracts are similar to petals, purple or magenta in color, and three bracts are distributed in a triangular shape. The following is an introduction to the characteristics and habits of Bougainvillea. I hope you like it.

Contents of this article

1. What are the characteristics of bougainvillea?

2. Is bougainvillea poisonous?

3. The living habits of Bougainvillea

What are the characteristics of bougainvillea

1. Appearance characteristics

The flowering time of Bougainvillea depends on the region. In the south, it blooms in winter and spring, while in the north, it blooms from March to July. Its bracts are similar to petals, purple or magenta in color, and three bracts are distributed in a triangular shape. But the real flowers grow inside the bracts, and the flowers are very small and not easy to see. Its bracts have leaf-like patterns, so it is also called light bougainvillea.

2. Growth habits

Bougainvillea is native to Brazil and is suitable for growing in warm and humid climates. If the air is too dry, it will enter a dormant period. In daily maintenance, it is necessary to provide sufficient light and water it appropriately, and do not let water accumulate in the pot.

3. Introduction of efficacy

In addition to its good ornamental value, bougainvillea can also be used as medicine. Its leaves have the effect of dispersing blood stasis and reducing swelling, and its flowers can promote blood circulation and regulate menstruation, and have a therapeutic effect on women's menstrual disorders. However, its stems and leaves are poisonous, so do not eat them.

4. Shenzhen Flower

Bougainvillea once won the title of Shenzhen's city flower with a high number of votes. Because of its beautiful appearance and easy cultivation, it is very suitable for garden planting or home potted plants. Shenzhen holds a flower show for it every year, which is also an annual event.

Is bougainvillea poisonous?

1. Is it poisonous?

Although bougainvillea is a very common ornamental plant and can be used as medicine, it is poisonous. It does not emit toxic gases, and its flowers and leaves are not toxic. The main toxins are concentrated in the juice, and accidental ingestion can cause diarrhea, bloody stools, etc. As long as it is not accidentally ingested or touched, it will basically not affect the human body, nor will it cause poisoning, so it can be kept indoors at home, and it is fine with daily maintenance. In addition, bougainvillea is highly ornamental, and it looks very beautiful when placed at home, and can decorate the home environment.

2. Precautions

1. Avoid being stabbed: Bougainvillea plants have sharp thorns. If you are accidentally stabbed by them, your skin will become red and swollen, and there will be some stinging sensation. In fact, this is not poisoning, so don't worry too much. Just wash it with clean water and apply some medicine. Wear protective gloves when pruning as much as possible.

2. Placement: Adults will not touch the food easily if they know what it is, but children and pets do not have the ability to distinguish, so pay attention to the placement and try to put it in a place where it cannot be touched. If you accidentally eat it, you need to deal with it in time and seek medical treatment immediately.

The living habits of bougainvillea

1. It likes warm and humid climate, is not cold-resistant, and can tolerate high temperature. It can safely overwinter at temperatures above 3 degrees Celsius, and can bloom at temperatures above 15 degrees Celsius;

2. Likes sufficient light. Bougainvillea is a light-loving plant. If there is insufficient light or too much shade, the new branches will grow thin and weak, and the leaves will be dull.

3. It is not demanding on soil and is resistant to poor soil, alkali, drought and pruning.

4. The plant needs a lot of water, especially in the midsummer season. Insufficient water supply can easily cause leaf fall, which directly affects the normal growth of the plant or delays flowering. However, if the soil is too wet, it will cause root rot;

5. Trifoliate plum is a vine plant, and its propagation is simple. You only need to use its stems to cut into the soil in early spring or late autumn, and it will take root and grow branches and leaves in one month, and it will bloom in the second year. The flowering period is very long, generally about one month, with many beautiful flowers. In the south, the flowering period is generally from October of the year to early June of the year. During the flowering period, there are many fallen flowers and leaves, which need to be removed in time to keep it fresh and beautiful.