Plumeria 'Pompeii' pink-orange (Frangipani, Pomelia)

Plumeria "Pompeii" (Frangipani, Pomelia) is a tropical plant. Its flowers are very particular, because in addition to having a spicy scent, its shape changes according to the aging of the flower. Its colors fade from yellow to orange with edges tending to purple, reflecting the classic Californian sunset. The flowers are on average 8 cm large.

When young it has a fleshy trunk that becomes woody when grown, deciduous leaves, and does not require special care. It is an ornamental plant for exteriors and interiors native to Thailand, it is also suitable for indoor cultivation and is particularly appreciated for embellishing apartments, gardens or terraces.

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Plumeria Rubra Frangipani
COMMON NAME: Pomelia
FAMILY: Apocynaceae
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Thailand
PERFUME: Spiced
COLOR: Pink and orange
PETALS: 5
GROWTH: Semi-compact
LIGHT: Direct exposure to the sun

LIFE CYCLE

In winter Plumeria loses its leaves, it does not need to be watered. In spring it grows and in summer it blooms.

IRRIGATION

Water when the soil is dry. Discontinue during the winter.

TEMPERATURE

Particularly resistant to high temperatures. Does not tolerate cold temperatures (below 8 C°). It is advisable to bring the Plumeria indoors in winter. Move it outside when temperatures are mild.

FERTILIZATION

During the growing season use a fertilizer for flowering plants.