[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Sherman') | Posted on February 4, 2015 ] This variety is also known as 'Polynesian White'. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Sariah's Curly Pink') | Posted on February 4, 2015 ] This is a pod-sibling of 'Ammaron's Curly White' and quite similar in appearance. Sariah's Curly Pink is a superior bloomer in my experience; it is also a prolific seed-setter. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Salsa') | Posted on February 4, 2015 ] This Plumeria is more commonly known as Rose Red and registered as such. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Venezuelan Snowball') | Posted on February 2, 2015 ] As the name indicates, this plumeria has huge bloomheads that form a ball-like shape. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Ucu') | Posted on February 2, 2015 ] This variety comes from the Yucatan in Mexico. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Trumpet') | Posted on February 2, 2015 ] This striking variety - the blooms stay semi-opened as shown in the picture - is more commonly referred to as 'JL Trumpet' |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Whirlwind') | Posted on February 2, 2015 ] This variety can carry many blooms on one inflorescence at any time. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Hawaiian Sunset') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] This is a Jim Little variety from Hawaii. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Gladys Kamakakuokalani Brandt') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] This Plumeria is usually referred to as 'Gladys Brandt' and was named for a famous Hawaiian civic leader. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Brittney') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] Fragrance is rose-like. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Albina') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] The scent is jasmine with an undertone of lemon. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Bridal White') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] This Jim Little variety from Hawaii should not be confused with Plumeria pudica, which is sometimes referred to as 'Bridal Bouquet.' |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Aussie Pink') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] This is also known as: |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'B 044') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] This is an older Thai variety, originating from Dr. Preecha of 'Siamseeds'. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'B 028') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] This is an older Thai variety, originating from Dr. Preecha of 'Siamseeds'. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Akha') | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] This is an older Thai variety, originating from Dr. Preecha of 'Siamseeds'. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria tuberculata) | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] The trunk of this Plumeria is characterized by protruding leaf nodes. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria subsessilis) | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] The leaf petioles on this species are extremely short, making it easy to identify. |
[ Plumeria (Plumeria stenopetala) | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] The scent of this Plumeria species is almost irresistible. Reminiscent of Gardenia, and extremely strong. |
[ Frangipani (Plumeria rubra) | Posted on February 1, 2015 ] The blooms of Plumeria rubra are extremely fragrant, but interestingly each variety or cultivar has a unique scent. This can range from fruity, to sweet floral, to intense gardenia-like. Occasionally a variety will have a less than pleasant odor, but most Plumeria blooms are delightfully scented. Some of the most fragrant varieties are 'Vera Cruz Rose' (rose-like scent), 'Mary Helen Eggenberger' (smells like sour candy), Makaha Sunn (strong floral fragrance, one of the best!) and Aztec Gold (smells of ripe peaches). |