Plumeria also known asfrangipaniis a genus of flowering industrial plant in the subfamily Rauvolfioideae , of the family Apocynaceae . Most specie are decidous bush or little Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree . The species are aboriginal to the Neotropical realm ( in Mexico , Central America , and the Caribbean , and as far in the south as Brazil and as far northwards as Florida in the United States ) , but are often grown as world-wide ornamentals in tropical regions , especially in Hawaii , as well as red-hot desert climates in the Arabian Peninsula with right irrigation .
The genus was named after the seventeenth - 100 Gallic botanist Charles Plumier , who document many plant species during his explorations . Plumeria was later spread throughout the worldly concern , particularly in tropic and subtropical surface area , where it flourished due to its adaptability and peach .
The works ’s common name , frangipani , is say to have originated from an Italian marquess , Frangipani , who create a perfume in the 16th century that resembled the bloom ’s scent . When European explorers meet the genus Plumeria , they consort its redolence with this well - cognize aroma .
Plumeria is well known for its exquisite peak , which are five - petaled and occur in a range of colors , including white , yellow , pink , red , and various combinations . The flowers are famously fragrant , give rise a angelic , rich smell that intensifies at night . This scent pull in moths , which pollinate the flowers . Interestingly , plumeria flowers do not bring forth nectar ; they apply their fragrance as a deceptive mechanics to tempt pollinators .
Plumeria plant can be grown as tree or shrub and are characterized by their long , leathery , and deciduous leaves . The branch are often thick and somewhat succulent , storing water for dry weather . The industrial plant can grow up to 20 foot tall or more , calculate on the species and rise status .
Plumeria prevail significant cultural and phantasmal signification in various parts of the world . In Hawaii , the flower is used in leis and is a symbolisation of positivity and welcome . In Hindu and Buddhist custom , plumeria is associated with immortality and devotion . In some cultures , the flora is also used in rituals and is a common pile at tabernacle and necropolis .
Plumeria thrives in warm , gay climates and well - enfeeble ground . It requires minimal care once prove and is drought - large-minded , making it a democratic ornamental plant in tropic and subtropical landscape . However , it is susceptible to frost and needs to be protected or moved indoors in cooler climate . Propagation is often done through theme cuttings , which can settle easily in the right conditions .
Plumeria blooms during the warmer month and may go torpid in winter . During dormancy , it lose its leaves , and the naked branches may appear lifeless . However , once temperature come up again , new development and bloom emerge .
Traditionally , parts of the plumeria flora have been used in folks medicine . The sap , barque , and leaves have been use for their purported anti - incendiary , antibacterial , and healing place . However , caution is apprise as the industrial plant ’s sap can be mildly irritate to the skin or toxic if ingested in large amount .
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