Plumeria

Sunflower

About Plumeria and Sunflower

Plumeria

Sunflower

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Color

Orange, Pink, White, Yellow

Yellow

Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

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Fragrance

Floral

Spicy

Petals

Number Of Petals

534

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl

Sun

Height

2.50 cm50.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

5.00 cm7.50 cm

0.5 50

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Line

Silhouette

Blossom Texture

Blossom Size

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Form

Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Diligently

Enough

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained

Loamy, Sandy

The pH of Soil

5.506.00

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Phosphorus

Lime stone

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Mealybugs, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Spider Mites, Thrips

List of Diseases

Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot

Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season

All Summer Season

Vase Life

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Plumeria flowers have a history of being associated with beauty, charm, and grace, often used in Hawaiian leis and other floral decorations.

Origin

Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America

North America, South America

Interesting Facts of

The flower Plumeria was named in honor of Charles Plumier who was a French botanist.
Plumeria flowers smell more at night and are drought tolerant.
According to folk literature, Plumerias provide shelter to ghosts and and demons.

This flower actually tracks the position of the Sun in sky.
Tallest sunflower was grown of about 25' 5.5" height in in the Netherlands in 1986.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season, Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Habit

Shrubs, Trees

Herbs

Flower Meaning

perfection and immortality

Astrological Flower

Plumeria

Birth Month Flower

April

Flower Availability

Seasonal

Benefits

Uses

Decoration

Health Benefits

Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats bronchial infections, Treats laryngeal and pulmonary inffections

Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial

Bears expectorant properties, Have diuretic properties

Culinary Uses

Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas

Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cut Flowers

Cosmetic Uses

Best for Dry sensitive skin, Good for Hair growth, Softens skin, Used in Perfumes, Utilized in making essential oils

Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils

Occasional Uses

Decoration

Friendship Day, Wedding

Allergy

Breathing problems, dry or cracked skin, Headache, Itching, Itchy eyes, Red eyes, Runny nose, Sinus pain, Wheezing

Family

Common Name

Frangipani

Tribe

Apocynaceae » Plumerieae

Scientific Name

Plumeria Rubra

Helianthus

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Spermatophyta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Gentianales

Asterales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Apocynaceae

Asteraceae

Sub Family

Rauvolfioideae

Asteroideae

Genus

Number of Species

30070

3 25000

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Information about Plumeria and Sunflower

Flowers play an important role in our life. Flowers for Occasions are used for expressing feelings or for the purpose of beautification. Every flower, due to different shape, structure, and fragrance has a different personality. Get all information about Plumeria and Sunflower in the sections below.

Plumeria and Sunflower color

Plumeria and Sunflower come in variety of colors. Every color tells a different story. Let’s know about Plumeria and Sunflower color meaning in this section. For example Red - Courage, Desire and Love, Pink - Sensitivity and Love,Yellow - Happiness and Friendship, Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Blue - Peace and Serenity, White - Purity and Innocence, Green - Prosperity and Optimism. Plumeria is Bowl in shape and has Floral fragrance whereas Sun shaped Sunflower has Spicy fragrance.

More facts about Plumeria and Sunflower

You must be eager to know more facts about Plumeria and Sunflower. Did you know Plumeria has originated in Brazil, Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, South America while Sunflower has originated in North America, South America. One of the Interesting Facts about Plumeria and Sunflower is that they can survive almost in pots.

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Plumeria and Sunflower Uses

Benefits of flowers are universally known. Let’s know about Plumeria and Sunflower uses in this section. Plumeria and Sunflower have many medicinal properties. Besides, Plumeria is given on special occasions like Decoration whereas Sunflower on Friendship Day, Wedding. Plumeria and Sunflower also have many culinary benefits.

Learn about Plumeria and Sunflower Family classification

Flowers classification makes their study easier. Plants sharing same association are grouped together. Let’s learn about Plumeria and Sunflower Family classification here. Plumeria and Sunflower belong to Plantae. They are further divided in Spermatophyte super division and Magnoliophyta division. This way, different flowers can be organized in a systematic format.