Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
279779

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wright. 2: 519 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279111



Common Names

  • Plumeria filifolia
  • Threadleaf Frangipani
  • Threadleaf Plumeria


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Synonyms

  • Plumeria stenophylla Urb. [unknown]

Description

Plumeria filifolia (also called 'Threadleaf Frangipani', among many other common names) is a small tree with large, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a tree, growing in the sun.

Uses & Benefits

Plumeria filifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plumeria filifolia has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plumeria filifolia is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start seeds indoors in early spring and transplant them outdoors after the last frost. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in sandy soil. The plant should be kept moist but not overly wet.

Where to Find Plumeria filifolia

Plumeria filifolia is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Plumeria filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plumeria filifolia?

Plumeria filifolia

What is the common name of Plumeria filifolia?

Filiform Frangipani

What is the natural habitat of Plumeria filifolia?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-161563: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.