Plumeria is an ornamental tree that can reach and exceed 3 meters under the right conditions. It consists of soft fleshy branches. It is a deciduous plant, but in tropical or temperate climates with prolonged summer, it can keep its leaves throughout the year, providing dense shade and an intoxicating aroma during flowering.
Leaves
Its leaves are oval pointed with a leathery surface. Their color is bright green with visible veins while their underside looks like velvet.
Flowers
The flowers appear in clusters at the ends of the branches. There are various flower colors such as white-yellow, pink, fuchsia and others. The five petals of which they are composed are velvety and resemble rose petals to the touch. The flowering of the plumeria lasts from June to October.
Terrain
It grows satisfactorily in all types of soil, without particular problems. A necessary condition is that the soil has good drainage. Prefers sandy or clay soils, rich in nutrients.
Position
It needs direct sunlight for several hours a day to give us its rich and fragrant flowering.
Watering
Plumeria needs a lot of water especially during the summer months and that's why we make sure to water it often.
Lubrication
Fertilize with a complete granular preparation once in early spring and once in late autumn to maintain vigor and improve its growth.
Durability
However, it cannot stand the cold at all and if the temperature approaches zero degrees Celsius it can die in a very short time.
Pruning
No pruning needed.
Diseases and enemies
Plumeria can be affected by mealybugs (cotton), which attack the stem and leaves. The disease that affects plumeria is powdery mildew, where yellow spots appear on the leaves of the plant.
It is suitable for
- In a pot on a balcony, terraces.
Toxicity
The plant is poisonous, mainly the white liquid that comes out of the injured areas or the cut branches.
Pot 2 L Plant height 40 cm
