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Plumeria rubra

Also Known As

  • Common Frangipani
  • Red Frangipani
  • Temple Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 20'-25'
  • W: 20'-25'

planting zones

  • 10b-11

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Plumeria rubra plant details

Plumeria rubra is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer pink, white and yellow flowers emerge. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Plumeria rubra

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: pink, white and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Plumeria rubra

USDA Zones: 10b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Protect from afternoon sun. Protect from temps under 30', Deciduous. Full Sun to Light Shade. Beautiful fragrant Flowers in many color varieties. Outdoor/Indoor. Light/Bright Shade.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Plumeria rubra plant

How to Grow Plumeria rubra

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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