Tibouchina granulosa (Glory tree) - Video 1

Botanical name: Tibouchina granulosa

Common names: Glory tree, Purple Spray Tree

Family: Melastomataceae

Origin: Western Brazil and Eastern Bolivia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Tibouchina granulosa
Also known as the Purple Spray Tree, it puts on a spectacular show with its velvet-like, deep purple blossoms that bloom from late Summer through Winter. These flowering panicles completely cover the tree, creating a breathtaking display of color that turns heads!


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