About
Plumeria obtusa, the frangipani, is a tropical, deciduous or semi-evergreen tree from the Caribbean producing large, oblong, glossy, dark-green leaves and terminal clusters of intensely fragrant, white or cream flowers with a yellow centre. A fragrant and ornamental tree for a frost-free, sunny garden or large heated greenhouse.
About the genus
Plumeria, the frangipanis, are deciduous or semi-evergreen shrubs or small trees with succulent stems, leaves clustered towards the apex and highly fragrant, salver-shaped flowers in terminal clusters in summer and autumn. Grown in frost-free gardens and heated glasshouses.
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.