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
