Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
279852

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 209 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279184



Common Names

  • Frangipani
  • Red Plumeria
  • Common Frangipani


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Synonyms

  • Plumeria acuminata W.T.Aiton [unknown]
  • Plumeria acutifolia Poir. [unknown]
  • Plumeria angustifolia A.DC. [unknown]
  • Plumeria arborea Noronha [unknown]
  • Plumeria arborescens G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria aurantia Endl. [unknown]
  • Plumeria aurantia Lodd.Cat.15 ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria aurantiaca Steud. [unknown]
  • Plumeria bicolor Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Plumeria carinata Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Plumeria conspicua hort. ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria gouanii D.Don ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria incarnata Mill. [unknown]
  • Plumeria jamesonii Hook. [unknown]
  • Plumeria kerrii G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria kunthiana Kostel. [unknown]
  • Plumeria lambertiana Lindl. [unknown]
  • Plumeria loranthifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Plumeria lutea Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Plumeria macrophylla Lodd. [unknown]
  • Plumeria megaphylla A.DC. [unknown]
  • Plumeria mexicana G.Lodd. [unknown]
  • Plumeria milleri G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria mollis Kunth [unknown]
  • Plumeria northiana Lodd.Cat.16 ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria purpurea Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra acuminata (W.T.Aiton) Woodson [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra acuminata (Ait.) R.S.Rao & Balamani [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra acutifolia (Poir.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra lutea (Ruiz & Pav.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra tricolor (Roem. & Pav.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Plumeria tenuifolia Lodd.Cat.16 ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Plumeria tricolor Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Plumeria mariaelenae J.F.Gut. & J.Linares [unknown]
  • Plumeria acutifolia gasparrinii A.DC. [unknown]
  • Plumeria incarnata milleri (G.Don) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra rubra [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra acutifolia (Poir.) L.H.Bailey [unknown]
  • Plumeria rubra typica Woodson [invalid]

Description

Plumeria rubra (also called Red Plumeria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk with a thick, corky bark. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and leathery. It produces fragrant, red flowers that are used to make leis. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plumeria rubra 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 rubra 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 rubra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Plumeria rubra

Plumeria rubra can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

Plumeria rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plumeria rubra?

Plumeria rubra

What is the common name of Plumeria rubra?

Red Frangipani

What is the natural habitat of Plumeria rubra?

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,

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