Plumeria
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Plumeria
Plumeria
Plumeria is a beautiful flower that smells sweet and comes in many colors. It loves warm weather and is often found in tropical places.
Habitat: Tropical regions
Appearance
The Plumeria has thick, succulent-like branches and large, leathery dark green leaves. Its iconic, waxy, pinwheel-shaped flowers boast vibrant colors like white, yellow, pink, and red, often with a contrasting central hue, making them visually distinct.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderGentianalesFamilyApocynaceaeGenusPlumeria
Category
PlantRarity
Common
Danger
1/5
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Interesting facts
In some tropical cultures, seeing a Plumeria bloom symbolizes a new beginning or good luck!
Plumeria flowers don't produce nectar, they trick insects into pollinating them!
The unique five-petal shape of a Plumeria flower spirals perfectly, like a natural pinwheel!
You can easily grow a new Plumeria plant from a piece of stem, making them super popular!
Special abilities
Ability
Nighttime Perfume
Plumeria has a powerful, sweet scent that intensifies at night to attract nocturnal pollinator moths.
Ability
Protective Sap
Plumeria has a milky, sticky sap that oozes when damaged, helping to deter hungry pests and animals.
Ability
Waxy Petal Shield
Plumeria's waxy flower petals help protect them from strong tropical sun and reduce water loss.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 200-800 cm
- Spread
- 150-700 cm
- Flower Size
- 5-10 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to Fall
- Is Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Tobacco Hornworm Moth
Manduca sexta
attracted by strong night scent
eats
Plumeria Borer
Stenoma catenifer
larvae bore into branches
parasitizes
Plumeria Rust Fungus
Coleosporium plumeriae
causes orange spots on leaves
depends on
Humans
Homo sapiens
widely grown as an ornamental plant
Traits
Cluster Flower
Discover how these flowers grow together in beautiful groups, creating a big splash of color that catches your eye. It's like a tiny bouquet, all natural!
Evergreen
These wonderful plants keep their leaves or needles all year round, providing beautiful green scenery even in the chilliest months. They stay green forever!
Fragrant Flower
Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!
Night Blooming
These mysterious flowers wait until the sun goes down to open their petals, filling the evening air with their enchanting beauty and fragrance.
Also known as
Temple Tree
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Plumeria?
200-800 cm
How wide does Plumeria spread?
150-700 cm
How big are the flowers on Plumeria?
5-10 cm
When does Plumeria bloom?
Spring to Fall
Is Plumeria edible?
No
Is Plumeria toxic?
Mild
What is Plumeria's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Plumeria pollinated?
Insect
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