Plumeria is a beautiful tropical flower that is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. The flowers are most commonly white or pink, but can be found in a variety of colors. Plumeria flowers have a very strong fragrance, and are often used in leis.
Related plant:
Plumeria Obtusa
Related plant:
Plumeria Tree
About soil condition, plumeria need well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. If you live in an area with cold winters, you'll need to bring your plumeria indoors or grow it in a pot that can be moved indoors. Plumeria are very drought tolerant, so you won't need to water them very often.
Just like other tropical flowers, plumeria do best in full sun. In warm climates they can take partial sun, but in cooler regions they need full sun to produce lots of flowers. If your plumeria isn't getting enough sun, it will produce fewer flowers.
The temperature condition that is best for plumeria is warm and humid. They like it when the temperature is between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. They also like it when the humidity is between 60 and 80%.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is between 40-60%. The plumeria or "frangipani" can tolerate some drought, but will not thrive unless given enough water. They will drop their leaves and stop flowering if they do not get enough water. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will become yellow and will drop off.
About fertilizer, this kind of plant need full sun and good drainage, so you can use any type of fertilizer. Just make sure to use one that is high in phosphorus, which will encourage blooming. If you want to use an organic fertilizer, bone meal is a good option. As for the roots, they are very sensitive so you need to be careful when transplanting.
Pruning your plumeria is important to keep the plant healthy and looking its best. Plumeria can be pruned at any time, but the best time to prune is in the late winter or early spring. To prune your plumeria, first remove any dead or diseased branches. Next, cut back any branches that are growing too long or are crossing over each other. Finally, trim any branches that are not producing flowers.
Propagation is typically done by stem cuttings taken from the tips of the branches. The cuttings are allowed to callous over for a few days before being planted in well-draining potting mix. Once rooted, the plumeria can be transplanted into the landscape.
Usually, the plant growth rate are between 24 and 36 inches a year. Some species can grow up to 50 inches in a year. The growth rate is faster in the first few years after planting. After that, the growth rate slows down.
Common problems for this kind of plant usually include leaf and root rot, mealybugs, aphids, and scale. These problems are often caused by too much water or too little sunlight. To prevent these problems, make sure to plumeria in an area that gets plenty of sunlight and has well-draining soil. If you do notice any of these problems, try to address them as soon as possible to avoid further damage to your plant.
Source:
Ask IFAS: Frangipani or Plumeria - University of Florida
ENH649/ST490: Plumeria alba: White Frangipani - University of Florida
Classification | Plumeria rubra - University of Wisconsin–La Crosse
