Plumeria rubra

Frangipani

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Abstract:

The tropical frangipani flower is cultivated for its distinct colorful clusters of bright, waxy, long lasting, sweet-smelling flowers. Native to the tropical regions of South America, Mexico, Caribbean, and Pacific Islands, the propeller-shaped flower is available in shades of white, yellow, red, pink, and myriad of different pastels. Near the tips of its widely-spaced, round or pointed, thick, succulent branches, the frangipani plant has long, leathery, flesh-like, mid-green leaves. The flowers are commonly used to make leis (floral garlands popularized by Hawaiian culture). The blooms are long-lasting and are also great for cut flower arrangements.

V&P grows an array of Frangipani, 90% of which are single-stemmed. A comprehensive listing of our colors are outlined below.

• Dusk

• Sunrise

• Pudica

• Red Bordeaux

• Yellow

• Starfish

• Mabela

• Tri brazil

• Violet

*NOTE: V&P will sell a limited run of a seperate species, Plumeria pudica ‘Blanca Pudica’, which will run between 2023-2024.

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Scientific name: Plumeria rubra

Common Name: Frangipani

Family: Apocynaceae

Suggested Uses: Landscape, ornamental

CHARACTERISTICS

Height: 4-6 ft (fully matured)

Width: 3ft

Exposure: Morning Sun, Afternoon Shade

Water Use: Moderate

Soil: Well-Draining

Zone: 9-11