👉 Bougainvillea, also known as the "bougainvillea," is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Fabaceae. They are native to tropical regions and grow in soil with moisture and high temperatures. The genus includes several species, including the Bougainvillea flower (Lonicera japonica), which is the most well-known member of the genus. Bougainvilleas have a distinctive shape and size, typically being about 1-2 inches