Dehradun

Bougainvillea in Dehradun

Bougainvillea glabra

← Dehradun

Not native to India, but so thoroughly adopted into Indian landscaping that it has become part of the look of planned cities and hill stations.

How to recognise it

Three thin papery bracts around three tiny white tube flowers. Brightest when the plant is dry and stressed, which is why it peaks in the hot months.

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