Plumeria alba

Plumeria alba is a beautiful, fragrant plant that adds visual interest and a delightful aroma to any garden. This tree is often planted as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks, and residential areas throughout tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Plumeria alba has religious significance in several religions, such as Hinduism and Buddhism. In some cultures, this flower is considered a symbol of immortality and purity.

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Scientific Name : Plumeria Alba

Family : Apocynaceae

Common Name : White Frangipani, White Plumeria, 鸡蛋花

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CLASSIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

Plant Growth Form : Tree

Lifespan (in Indonesia) : Perennial

BIOGEOGRAPHY

Native Distribution : Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Central and South America.

Native Habitat : Terrestrial

DESCRIPTION AND ETHNOBOTANY

Growth Form

Plumeria alba grows as a small tree or large shrub, usually reaching a height of about 4-8 meters high, with a trunk diameter of about 30-40 cm. This tree has a fairly fast growth rate, especially when planted in a suitable environment with lots of sunlight and well-drained soil.

Foliage

The leaves are elliptical or oblong, dark green, with a smooth surface. These leaves are arranged spirally around the stem.

Flowers

The flowers are star-shaped with five petals. Plumeria alba flowers are white with yellow centers, very fragrant, and usually bloom in clusters at the tips of branches.

Habitat

This species can be found growing in a variety of soil types, including forests, savannas, and tropical and subtropical climates.

Age

Plumeria alba can live up to 20-30 years, but some trees can reach over 50 years of age

LANDSCAPING FEATURES

Desirable Plant Features : Ornamental Flowers, Fragrant (Flowers)

Landscape Uses                  : Parks & Gardens, Fragrant Walkway, Small Gardens,

Container Planting, General

FAUNA, POLLINATION AND DISPERSAL

Pollination Method (s)       : Biotic (Fauna)

PLANT CARE AND PROPAGATION

Light Preference : Full Sun

Water Preference : Moderate Water

Plant Growth Rate : Moderate

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