Bougainvillea brasiliensis, B. spectabilis (Staked)
Purple Bougainvillea

A shrubby evergreen vine that displays clusters of showy purple bracts, which surround tiny true flowers. Medium green leaves are oval to heart-shaped. Long thorns arm the branches.

USDA zones: 10 - 11
Sunset zones: 12 - 17, 19 - 24, H1, H2
Mature size: climbing 15 - 30 feet
Light needs: full sun
Water needs: moderate water