Botanical Name

Plumeria rubra

Commonly known as Plumeria

Plumeria rubra (Plumeria)
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Intoxicatingly fragrant tropical blooms. The flower of Hawaiian leis.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Oct
USDA Zones
9-10
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
10-25'
Bloom Colors
WhitePinkYellowRed
Fragrant Container Friendly
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About This Name

Plumeria rubra is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Plumeria unambiguously. The genus Plumeria places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Plumeria, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Plumeria rubra will give you the most precise results.