Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Apocynaceae

Genus:

Plumeria

Species:

Plumeria rubra

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

pink, red, white, yellow

Native Range

United States: Guam, Puerto Rico, Palau, Virgin Islands

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to tropical and subtropical regions