Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
subsessilis
ID:
279863

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 393 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279195



Common Names

  • Subsessilis Plumeria
  • Yellow Plumeria
  • Yellow Frangipani


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Description

Plumeria subsessilis (also called Subsessile 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, yellow flowers that are used to make leis. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plumeria subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 partial shade.

Where to Find Plumeria subsessilis

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

Plumeria subsessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plumeria subsessilis?

Plumeria subsessilis

What is the common name of Plumeria subsessilis?

Subsessile Frangipani

What is the natural habitat of Plumeria subsessilis?

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 version 1.0, record: tro-50326264: Originally associated with wfo-0001285087
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-161643: Based on the initial data import
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-50326264: Originally associated with wfo-0001285087
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.