ðš Plumeria (Plumeria rubra)
Also known as: Champa âĒ Frangipani âĒ Temple Tree
ðŠī Plant Snapshot
| Attribute | Details |
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| Type | Tropical Flowering Tree / Fragrant Ornamental |
| Category | Outdoor âĒ Courtyard âĒ Spiritual Garden âĒ Tropical Landscapes |
| Botanical Name | Plumeria rubra |
| Toxicity | â ïļ Mildly toxic â Milky sap may irritate skin; keep away from pets and children |
âïļ Growing Conditions
| Light | âïļ Full Sun â Requires 6â8 hours of direct sunlight for abundant flowering |
|---|---|
| Watering | ð§ Low to Moderate â Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings |
| Humidity | Prefers warm, humid climates â thrives in Indian summers |
| Soil | Well-draining sandy or loamy soil enriched with compost |
| Fertilizer | Use bloom booster (high phosphorus) every 3â4 weeks during growing season |
ðą Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Deciduous, spreading tree with thick succulent-like branches |
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| Flowers | Fragrant pinwheel-shaped blooms in white, pink, yellow, red or multi-colored shades |
| Leaves | Long, glossy green leaves that drop in winter |
| Height | 10â20 ft outdoors; can be grown in large pots (with pruning) |
| Bloom Time | Spring to late summer (warmer months) |
âĻ Uses & Benefits
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ðļ Sacred flower used in temples, weddings, and garlands
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ð§ââïļ Adds a serene, tropical feel to courtyards and terrace gardens
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ðŽïļ Highly fragrant â blooms release a sweet scent in the evening
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ðŋ Easy to grow from cuttings and low-maintenance once established
ðĄ Fun Tip
Place Plumeria in a large terracotta pot on your balcony or porch for tropical vibes and heavenly evening fragrance. Let it rest dry in winter to encourage more flowers! ððš
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