Plumeria rubra-ஈழத்தலரி
Maintenance Level
Low to moderate
Placements
Outdoor
Toxic
Mildly toxic.
Fragrance
Highly fragrant flowers with a sweet, tropical perfume.
Seasons
Deciduous during cooler or dry seasons.
Plant Height
13–26 feet
Water Frequency
Winter
every 10–15 days
Summer
Water 1–2 times per week
Fertilizer Frequency
Winter
Usually little or no fertilizer required during dormancy.
Summer
Apply a phosphorus-rich flowering fertilizer (such as NPK 10-30-10 or similar) every 4–6 weeks.
Plumeria rubra is a small deciduous tropical tree admired for its highly fragrant, colorful flowers. It is commonly planted in gardens, temples, parks, and landscapes throughout tropical and subtropical regions. Flowers bloom in shades of white, pink, red, yellow, and orange.
Moderate growth rate.Begins flowering at a young age under favorable conditions.
Produces highly fragrant ornamental flowers.Attracts butterflies and pollinators.
Dos
Plant in full sunlight for maximum flowering.Use well-draining soil.Allow soil to dry slightly between watering.
Don'ts
Don't overwater the plant.Don't plant in poorly drained or waterlogged soil.