http://www.itablelamps.us/red-frangipani/
CLICK HERE for more information on TOTAL HOME DECOR!
CLICK HERE for more information on HOME AMUSEMENTS!
CLICK HERE for more information on UNIQUE LIGHTING!
What Type of Frangipani is That?
The question of how many frangipani (or plumeria) species there are is actually quite a contentious one. Some gardening experts say there are only 2, and all others are subspecies or hybrids. Others say 3, 4 or more.
As this article is for the everyday gardener to help them identify what type of frangipani they have seen, not for the scientist or expert, I’ll describe the four main types of frangipani or plumeria that you are likely to find in your garden or local nurseries.
Plumeria Rubra
The most common frangipani is the Plumeria Rubra. Rubra come in many colours, from white to cream to yellow, even oranges, pinks (both pale and hot pink), reds and even deep cerise. They also come in multiple colours (such as pink, apricot and yellow in the one flower). And Rubra has the most fragrant flowers!
The flowers themselves have medium sized, oval shaped petals (always 5 of them) which are joined tightly at the base. The flower starts as a long tube, then the petals slowly unwrap and open to form the frangipani flower we all know and love.
The leaves from a Plumeria Rubra are long and oval and have quite a pointed end. The leaves are quick to drop off as the winter coolness approaches.
A Plumeria Rubra can grow to 5m tall and almost as wide.
Plumeria Obtusa
One of the most popular frangipanis is the Plumeria Obtusa, also known as a Singapore White or Singapore Pink. As the name suggests, these flowers only come in shades of pink and white, although I am sure there are frangipani fanciers somewhere working on some new cultivars!
The petals on a Plumeria Obtusa flower are rounder than those of Plumeria Rubra, and they tend to bend over backwards at the very tips.
The Plumeria Obtusa is also known as the evergreen frangipani, as, in the right climate, they will keep their leaves all year round. The leaves are a glossy dark green, long and oval. The ends of the leaves, however, are more rounded than those of the Plumeria Rubra.
Plumeria Obtusa are smaller plants than Plumeria Rubra and grow only to the size of a medium to large shrub (depending on your climate).
Plumeria Stenophylla
If you are familiar with Plumeria Rubra and Plumeria Obtusa, your first glance at the leaves on a Plumeria Stenophylla will have you totally confused! Plumeria Stenophylla leaves are very long and thin, not unlike an oleander.
The flower petals of a Plumeria Stenophylla are also very long and thin, and have a wider gap between each petal than a Plumeria Rubra. As with Plumeria Obtusa, they are generally only available in shades of white or cream, but it’s probably only a matter of time before more vibrant colours become available.
Plumeria Stenophylla is a well shaped bushy shrub with a long lasting flower display. It grows to approximately 2.5m.
Plumeria Pudica
Plumeria Pudica are very easy to grow, and bloom heavily for a long time. Like Plumeria Obtusa, they can be evergreen in warmer locations.
Plumeria Pudica leaves are dark green and a unique spoon shape (long and thin, and then widen out towards the tip, like the shape of a soup spoon).
The flower petals of a Plumeria Pudica are similar to those of Plumeria Obtusa. They are more rounded than Plumeria Rubra, creating a more rounded flower, however they do not arch backwards like the Obtusa. Again, they are generally only available in shades of white or cream, however a new pink cultivar has just been released.
Plumeria Pudica is a medium sized tree with profuse branching.
Other Plumerias of Note
If the plumeria you have seen or heard of is not listed here, it may be one of the more popular hybrids such as Plumeria Stenopetala, Plumeria Tuberculata or Plumeria Caracasana.
Plumeria Stenopetala is actually a hybrid cross between a Plumeria Stenophylla and an unknown plumeria. It is a small compact plant, usually less than 2m tall, with deciduous long narrow leaves and long petalled flowers (very similar to the Stenophylla).
Plumeria Tuberculata is a shrubby, evergreen plumeria with long rounded leaves and very large, very thin petalled flowers (thinner than Stenophylla and Stenopetala).
Plumeria Caracasana is a large tree with spoon shaped leaves (similar to Pudica) with very large flowers. Like Obtusa flowers, the petals of Caracasana bend over backwards near the tip, though not to the same extent. Also, the petals are thinner than either Obtusa or Pudica, and are much more the same shape as those of a Rubra.
Summary
Well, hopefully this little guide will help you identify what type of frangipani you have in your garden, or have spied in a neighbour’s garden. If not, feel free to drop me a line at my website (see the author resource box).
About the Author
Diane Ellis is co-owner of the site All Things Frangipani where you’ll find information about frangipanis (plumeria) including growing tips, propagation, and frangipani pests and diseases. You can also buy beautiful frangipani gifts such as jewellery, UV resistant outdoor stickers, toiletries, gift packs, and hand crafted bags.
Red Frangipani
|
|
RED SUNSET YELLOW FRANGIPANI PAINTING by *STEPHANIE* $267.15 |
|
|
Framed Red flowers Frangipani On canvas Painting Bm318 $189.99 |
|
|
Stretched on wooden box Handmade Red Frangipani Flowers Oil Painting Km325 $189.99 |
|
|
Framed Wall Decor Art Red white flowers Frangipani Painting bm255 $189.99 |
|
|
Framed Huge Hand-Painted Red Frangipani Flowers Wall Oil Painting On Canvas Km24 $169.99 |
|
|
Framed Red flowers Frangipani On canvas Painting Bft019 $149.99 |
|
|
Framed Wall Decor Art Large oil paintings Red Flowers frangipani On Canvas Bm318 $149.99 |
|
|
Artificial TROPICAL FRANGIPANI WEDDING BOUQUET SET RED $129.99 |
|
|
RED W WHITE FRANGIPANI/PLUMERIA WEDDING BOUQUET $99.99 |
|
|
RED FRANGIPANI~~Novica Bali Silver & Garnet Earrings $82.99 |
|
|
WEDDING BOUQUET LATEX FRANGIPANI SILK RED ROSE FLOWER $54.44 |
|
|
RED FRANGIPANI~~Novica Bali Silver & Garnet Earrings $62.99 |
|
|
Large Canvas Handmade Landscape Red Frangipani Oil Painting On Canvas Aft191 $24.99 |
|
|
22 inch Necklace of Frangipani Red Coral, Turquoise and Bone $40.00 |
|
|
Frangipani Candle in Ceramic Plantpot – red table decor $11.83 |
|
|
Frangipani candle birthday red gift box inc pot porri $11.83 |
|
|
100 FLOWER FRANGIPANI DECOR LIGHTS – 6 COLORS: RED,BLUE,CREAM,PINK,WHITE,PURPLE $22.04 |
|
|
Barefoot Sandals ~ ” Red Frangipani ” ~ Beach Bride $29.68 |
|
|
Sakura/Frangipani Flower Fairy Lights String Lights 8M Party/Decoration/Spa/Home $22.10 |
|
|
WRIST CORSAGE RED PINK FRANGIPANI LIFE LIKE FLOWERS $19.79 |
|
|
Red Frangipani Temple Tree Plumeria rubra 15inch Cutting Lei Flower Fragrant $12.99 |
|
|
30 Red Fabulous Foam Frangipani Flower: 8×3.5cm $14.85 |
|
|
100 Hawaiian Plumeria Frangipani Artificial Silk Flower Heads decoration 3″ $19.00 |
|
|
100 Hawaiian Plumeria Frangipani Artificial Silk Flower Heads decoration 3″ $19.00 |
|
|
100 Hawaiian Plumeria Frangipani Artificial Silk Flower Heads decoration 3″ $19.00 |
|
|
Fascinator Hair comb -Silk Flower Foam Frangipani Mini Clusters $12.82 |
|
|
30 New Red Fabulous Foam Frangipani Flower 8×3.5cm $11.88 |
|
|
100 x Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower Heads Pool For Wedding Decoration $22.99 |
|
|
100 x Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration $22.69 |
|
|
100 x Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration $22.69 |
|
|
Barefoot Sandals for Kids ~ ” Red Frangipani ” ~1 pr $17.81 |
|
|
Plumeria (Frangipani) RED live plant $16.00 |
|
|
FRANGIPANI FOAM RED PK12. WEDDING BOUQUET.STD $11.05 |
|
|
HOT! Red Frangipani Flower Necklace Earrings Set Hawaiian Party Costume New $11.88 |
|
|
100 x Fabulous Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration $21.99 |
|
|
3 Tip Red Plumeria Frangipani Cutting 16″ $14.99 |
|
|
100 x Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration NEW $21.69 |
|
|
100 x Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration $21.69 |
|
|
Red Eyed tree FROG Frangipani Original Art Print by Di $15.34 |
|
|
3M FRANGIPANI FAIRY LIGHTS/STRING LIGHTS-WEDDING/PARTY $11.04 |
|
|
100 x Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration $19.99 |
|
|
35 RED FRANGIPANI/PLUMERIA STRING PARTY,PATIO,BEDROOM,CHRISTMAS,WEDDING LIGHTS $12.99 |
|
|
1 Tip Red/Pink Plumeria Frangipani Cutting 12″ $12.99 |
|
|
20 Bulbs Red Frangipani flower string light $14.99 |
|
|
100 x Fabulous Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration $19.69 |
|
|
100 x Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration $19.69 |
|
|
35 Frangipani Flower Fairy String Lights,+White&Red + $12.99 |
|
|
35 Frangipani Flower Fairy String Lights,+White&Red + $12.99 |
|
|
35 bulbs Frangipani Flower Fairy String Lights,+RED+ $12.99 |
|
|
FRANGIPANI FOAM RED/YELLOW PK12. WEDDING BOUQUET. X/L $6.73 |
|
|
35 Globe Flower Red Frangipani Fairy Lights String 3.5M PARTY,PATIO,WEDDING $8.97 |
|
|
FRANGIPANI FOAM RED/YELLOW PK12. WEDDING BOUQUET.STD $6.30 |
|
|
100 Plumeria Hawaiian Foam Frangipani Flower For Wedding Party Decoration Decor $16.99 |
|
|
FRANGIPANI FOAM RED/YELLOW PK12. WEDDING BOUQUET.SML $5.15 |
|
|
Frangipani Hair Slides -Red/Yellow – set x 3 HC185 $5.94 |
|
|
35 red frangipani flower garden patio lights wedding party lantern fairy lights $15.98 |
|
|
~ 2 x RED – ORANGE – PINK FRANGIPANI HAIR PINS~ PAIR ~ $10.84 |
|
|
12 X 9cm 3.5 ” 6 COLORS ARTIFICIAL SILK FOAM EVA FRANGIPANI PLUMERIA FLOWER HEAD $15.00 |
|
|
Plumeria Frangipani “Tahitan_Red” Flower 50 seeds $15.00 |
|
|
Plumeria Frangipani “SIAM_RED” Flower 50 seeds $15.00 |
|
|
Unique Ceramic Bowls, ‘Frangipani Flowers’ (Pair) $23.99 NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Classic in their shape, voluptuous bowls are graced by frangipani blossoms. From Putu Oka Mahendra, the original duo is crafted by hand featuring a hard, glossy finish. Artisan Info: Putu Oka Ma… |
|
|
Red Frangipani Flower Party String Lights (20/set) $14.99 Decorate your home or garden with the soft lighting of these frangipani flower lights. These beautiful handmade lights add warmth and style to your home and make anything they are wrapped around look fantastic… Ideal for your home, garden, a child’s night light, a wedding or special occasion!… |
|
|
Frangipani Flowers – 24W x 18H – Peel and Stick Wall Decal by Wallmonkeys $33.99 WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l… |
|
|
Red Frangipani Flower – 24W x 16H – Peel and Stick Wall Decal by Wallmonkeys $33.99 WallMonkeys wall graphics are printed on the highest quality re-positionable, self-adhesive fabric paper. Each order is printed in-house and on-demand. WallMonkeys uses premium materials & state-of-the-art production technologies. Our white fabric material is superior to vinyl decals. You can literally see and feel the difference. Our wall graphics apply in minutes and won’t damage your paint or l… |
|
|
Voluspa 3 Wick Candle in Decorative Tin 80 hour burn time…. |
|
|
Red Poppy Bath Bomb (1) $3.99 One 8.5 to 9 oz Moisturizing Bath Bomb scented in Red Poppy a Moon’s Harvest original fragrance. A delicate blend of Hawaiian Breezes, Seagrass, & Frangipani…… |
|
|
USHER by Usher CANDLE 2.4 OZ for WOMEN $5.90 Pink Freesia, Red Currant, Frangipani, Apple Blossom, Jasmine, Apricot, Amber, Rose, Musk, Wood, Incense, Cashmere Wood Year Introduced 2007 Recommended Use… |
|
|
3 Frangipani Frangipani Women’s Dark T-Shirt by CafePress The women’s Dark T-shirt is comfortable, casual, and classy. The shirt is simple, flattering and will quickly become a favorite. The pre-shrunk 100% cotton is soft and durable.5.6 oz 100% cottonStandard Fit… |
|
|
Sterling Silver ‘Red Frangipani’ Garnet Flower Earrings (Indonesia) $82.99 Encased in sterling silver, cabochon garnet petals become red frangipani blossoms in this pair of handcrafted earrings. These delicate earrings come from Zayd Makarim in Indonesia. |