(Baonghean.vn) – While not officially recognized, there is a flower affectionately called the "sun-welcoming flower." In the hot weather, while many plants wither, this flower seems to exert all its strength to bloom in shades of pink and white everywhere. In July, Vinh City experiences plenty of sunshine, but people can find solace in the beauty of this simple flower called the bougainvillea.
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Originating from the distant Central and South America, bougainvillea has become popular in areas with hot and humid climates such as Indonesia, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Philippines, Australia, the Mediterranean region, South Africa, and the southern United States. In Vietnam, bougainvillea is grown sporadically throughout the country. Particularly in Central Vietnam, this flower is extremely resilient and blooms even in hot weather. (Photo: Basking in the sun) |
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| Familiar to every street and rooftop, bougainvillea flowers have become a charming feature, adding beauty and softening the harshness of the weather. |
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| The large flowers are formed by brightly colored bracts. These brightly colored bracts, which can be white, yellow to red, are arranged in groups of three or six on a short cluster, enclosing the small flower inside. |
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| Flowers intertwine around the porch. |
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| In Ho Chi Minh Square, bougainvillea trees serve as a "highlight," with hundreds of vibrant potted plants lining the central ceremonial path, in front of the statue of President Ho Chi Minh. |
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With its beautiful, bright-colored flowers and prolific blooming, bougainvillea is often incorporated into urban landscaping projects. Unlike the bustling, crowded seasons of rapeseed, peach blossoms, or lotus flowers that draw crowds for photos, bougainvillea evokes a sense of tranquility and serenity, free from the hustle and bustle. Perhaps this is the message bougainvillea conveys to us in this hectic life whenever it blooms. |
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| Bougainvillea, peaceful and humble yet vibrant, often brightens up any place it appears. According to Mr. Nguyen Tat Dien, Chairman of the Nghe An Ornamental Plants Association, bougainvillea is easy to grow and has high decorative value, so the association pays close attention to developing it for landscaping purposes. Photo: Bougainvillea bushes in Ho Chi Minh Square. |
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| A centuries-old bougainvillea plant stands contemplatively on Le Mao Street. |
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| The bougainvillea plant has a thorny stem, but its flowers are very delicate. The stem always grows tall so that its branches can reach far to catch the rosy sunlight, the warm breeze, and sway in the wind. |
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| The corner of Tran Quang Dieu and Dao Duy Tu streets (Truong Thi) is peaceful in the afternoon, shaded by bougainvillea bushes. |
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| Not only on street corners, but also in front of city offices and mansions, bougainvillea always blooms profusely. |
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| Bougainvillea flowers bloom brilliantly along Lenin Avenue. |
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| Besides being decorative, bougainvillea is also a valuable ornamental flower with high economic value. Each bougainvillea plant in the photo, sold at Chi Trung flower shop (Le Nin Avenue), costs nearly 5 million VND. |
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| On sunny days in Vinh City, you can admire bougainvillea flowers blooming everywhere. According to Mr. Nguyen Ngoc Giap, Director of the Vinh City Ornamental Plants and Culture Center, bougainvillea accounts for about 15% of the income from ornamental plants and flowers produced by the Center's members. |
Tran Hai
