What Are the Different Types of Flowering Vines?
Most of the hundreds of different types of flowering vines are native to hot and humid tropical areas, but have been introduced into temperate and subtropical climates. Nearly all flowering vines are fast growing, self-seeding, and easy to care for. They are often used to cover fences, create a privacy screen, or they can be used as a ground cover. Their beautiful flowers may give the impression that these vines are harmless; however, many of them have dangerous thorns or are poisonous to humans and animals. A few of the more common flowering vines include paper flower and morning glory Bougainvillea glabra, also known as paper flower or four-o-clock, is a genus of flowering vines in the Nyctaginaceae family. It is native to South America and the tropics, but can now be found in Florida, California, parts of Australia, and southeast Asia. All bougainvillea species thrive in U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) Hardiness Zones nine through 11.
