Plumeria tree is a plant that is native to tropical regions. The leaves of this tree are used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of conditions. The flowers of the plumeria tree are used in leis, or Hawaiian necklaces.
Related plant:
Plumeria Obtusa
About soil condition, plumeria tree grow best in light well-drained soils. It prefer sandy, loamy or clay soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefer acid, neutral or basic (alkaline) soils. It can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in saline soils.
Just like other plants, plumeria trees need sunlight in order to grow. They need at least six hours of sunlight each day, but they can tolerate up to 12 hours of sunlight. If you live in an area with very hot summers, it's best to plant your plumeria tree in a spot that gets some afternoon shade.
The temperature conditions that are best for a plumeria tree are warm weather with some humidity. The tree does best in temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. It does not like extreme heat or cold and will not do well in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit or above 95 degrees Fahrenheit. The tree also needs some humidity in the air to thrive. It is best to keep the humidity level around 50%.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is between 40 to 60%. The leaves and flowers of the plumeria tree can be damaged by too much or too little moisture in the air. If the air is too dry, the leaves will become dry and brittle. If the air is too moist, the leaves and flowers will become wilted and may eventually die.
The fertilizer, this kind of plant need, is not a common one. It should be high in phosphorus and low in nitrogen. The best way to get phosphorus is to use bone meal or rock phosphate, which you can get at a nursery or garden center. If you can't find either of those, you can use a product like Super Phosphate.
Pruning a plumeria tree is essential to its health and vigor. It encourages new growth and helps the tree to produce more flowers. Pruning also helps to keep the tree shapely and prevents it from becoming overgrown. To prune a plumeria tree, start by removing any dead or damaged branches. Then, cut back any branches that are growing too long or too wild. Be sure to make clean cuts so that the tree can heal quickly. Finally, trim any branches that are crossing over or rubbing against other branches.
Propagation is relatively easy and can be done by rooting stem cuttings or by division of the root ball. Starters are best obtained from a friend or neighbor who has a healthy plant, although cuttings can be purchased from a nursery. Rooting hormone is not necessary but may shorten the rooting time. The cutting should be taken from a healthy portion of the plant that is not in bloom. It should be at least 6 inches long with several nodes. The bottom node should be buried in the potting mix and the remaining leaves should be trimmed by half. The pot should be kept moist but not soggy and placed in indirect sunlight. Rooting should occur within 4-6 weeks.
Usually, the plant growth rate is between 2 and 3 feet per year. Plumeria trees can grow faster with proper care and conditions. The trees do well in moist, well-drained soil with full sun exposure. The trees need little to moderate watering and fertilization.
Common problems for this kind of plant are root-knot nematodes and scale insects. Both of these parasites can drain the tree of its nutrients and vigor, eventually leading to its death. Plumeria trees are also susceptible to fungal diseases such as black spot and powdery mildew. These diseases can weaken the tree and make it more susceptible to insect attacks. Proper care and treatment of plumeria trees can help prevent these problems.
Source:
Plumeria at the Dean Conklin Plumeria Grove - University of Hawai?i
Horticulture Researcher Has a Passion for Plumeria
WhatÂ’s in Bloom? ...Plumerias - UF/IFAS Extension Orange County
