Collection / 8 species references
Frangipani Trees
Frangipani is the signature courtyard and poolside tree of the tropics and the Gulf: sculptural bare branches in the dry season, heavy scented flowering through the warm months,...
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Frangipani Trees
Frangipani is the signature courtyard and poolside tree of the tropics and the Gulf: sculptural bare branches in the dry season, heavy scented flowering through the warm months, and almost no maintenance. The range covers Plumeria rubra and its 'Darwin Blood Red' selection, Plumeria obtusa including the Singapore White form, Plumeria acuminata and Plumeria alba obtusa.
Plumeria is brittle and shallow rooted, and it will break in strong wind, so it belongs in sheltered courtyards rather than on exposed frontages. It also drops sap that stains paving. See fragrant trees for the wider scented range and trees for luxury resorts for its resort role.
Species in this collection
