Bougainvillea (bougainvillea 'pink pixie')

In 1768 Admiral Loius de Bougainville discovered the vine that bears his name. Through the ensuing years, this Brazillian beauty has assumed its rightful place as one of the most popular, spectacular and most beautiful tropical plants. The vibrant pink color comes not from the small white tubular flowers, but from the three large paper-like bracts that surround each flower. Hence the nick name "paper flower". The Bougainvillea will typically lose some leaves for a short period during the winter due to the lower lighting conditions. Under high lighting conditions the colorful bracts will adorn this tree trained vine almost constantly and will persist for weeks. Great indoor bonsai. 35 years old. 32"x31"x42". Potted in a 16" round brown mica container as shown. Shipped via UPS ground - $95.00.