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Genus Epithet | |
Species Epithet | |
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Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
Plant Growth Form | Tree (Shrubby (1m-5m), Small (6m-15m)) |
Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
Native Distribution | Caribbean, Puerto Rico to Windward Island |
Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Preferred Climate Zone | Tropical |
Local Conservation Status | Exotic (Horticultural / Cultivated Only) |
Description and Ethnobotany
Growth Form | It is a shrubby or small plant with a vase-shaped canopy. |
Foliage | Its leaves are strap-like, clustered at the end of branches. |
Flowers | Its flowers are very fragrant, white with a small yellow center. |
Etymology | Genus is named after French botanist, Charles Plumier, who explored New World tropics. The common name, frangipani, is from the name of an Italian nobleman. He produced a perfume with similar fragrance to plumeria flowers. |
Landscaping Features
Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers, Fragrant (Flowers) |
Plant & Rootzone Preference - Tolerance | Well-Drained Soils |
Landscape Uses | Parks & Gardens |
Thematic Landscaping | Fragrant / Aromatherapy Garden |
Usage Hazard - Cons | Irritant - Sap |
Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Full Sun |
Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Propagation Method | Stem Cutting, Grafting |
Foliar
Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
Foliar Attachment to Stem | Petiolate |
Floral (Angiosperm)
Flower Colour(s) | White |
Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
Flower Symmetry | Radial |
Image Repository
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Others
Master ID | 30270 |
Species ID | 4579 |
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