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Plumeria and Periwinkle

Color

Color

Orange, Pink, White, Yellow
Blue, Pink, Red, White

Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship
Blue - Peace and Serenity, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence

Stem Size

0"0"
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Fragrance

Floral
Floral

Petals

Number Of Petals

55
2 100
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Other Characteristics

Shape

Bowl
Funnel

Height

2.50 cm6.00 cm
1 90
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Diameter

5.00 cm2.00 cm
0.5 50
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Line

-
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Silhouette

-
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Blossom Texture

-
-

Blossom Size

0"0"
0 0
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Form

-
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Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun
Full Sun, Part Sun

Watering

Diligently
Enough

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained
Clay

The pH of Soil

5.506.00
4.5 7.5
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Essential Fertilizers

Phosphorus
Phosphorus

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

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

List of Diseases

Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Stem Rot
blight, Root Rot, Stem Rot

Bloom Time

All Summer Season, Fall Season
Spring 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
Europe, France, Spain

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.
  • About 2,000 pounds of dried periwinkle leaves are used to extract just 1 gram of vinblastine.
  • Periwinkles ensures baby's long life when kept at the side of the newborn baby and when kept around candles keeps the love of the newlyweds forever.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Habit

Shrubs, Trees
Shrubs

Flower Meaning

perfection and immortality

Astrological Flower

Plumeria

Birth Month Flower

April

Flower Availability

Seasonal

Benefits

Uses

Decoration
Medicinal

Health Benefits

Cures Constipation, Good remedy for Diarrhea
Good remedy for Diarrhea, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer

Medicinal Uses

Acts as an anti-inflammatory, It is Antibacterial
Acts as a antispasmodic, Have diuretic properties, It is Antibacterial, Treats mouth sores

Culinary Uses

Added in candies, Included in wines and cocktails, Used in salads, soups and sandwiches, Used in teas
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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
Used in nail paints and lipstick shades, Used in Perfumes

Occasional Uses

Decoration
Decoration

Allergy

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Contact Dermatitis

Family

Common Name

Frangipani

Tribe

Apocynaceae » Plumerieae

Scientific Name

Plumeria Rubra
Vinca

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte
Spermatophyte

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Order

Gentianales
Gentianales

Class

Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Family

Apocynaceae
Apocynaceae

Sub Family

Rauvolfioideae
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Genus

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Number of Species

300200
3 25000
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About Plumeria and Periwinkle

It is said that earth laughs with flowers. Be it Fragrant Flowers or non-fragrant flowers, they keep the surrounding cheerful. They are the best gift from mother earth. Let’s know about Plumeria and Periwinkle facts like color, shape, fragrance, growing conditions and benefits in the sections below.

More about Plumeria and Periwinkle Facts and color

You must be curious to know more about Plumeria and Periwinkle facts and color. flowers.comparespecies.com will let you know all the Interesting Facts about Plumeria and Periwinkle. Plumeria comes in Orange, Pink, White, Yellow colors whereas Periwinkle flowers are with Blue, Pink, Red, White colors. Other Plumeria and Periwinkle facts will definitely amuse you.

Plumeria and Periwinkle growing conditions

Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Plumeria and Periwinkle growing conditions. Plumeria requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 5.50 of Well-drained soil. Periwinkle needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Enough watering with 6.00 of Clay soil. Get other Plumeria and Periwinkle facts in the sections below.

Plumeria and Periwinkle Facts

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Plumeria and Periwinkle Classification

After knowing about various Plumeria and Periwinkle facts, let's study their classification. Based on genetic and physical features, Plumeria and Periwinkle classification starts with knowing their scientific name. The scientific name of Plumeria and Periwinkle is Plumeria Rubra and Vinca respectively. Plumeria belongs to Apocynaceae family whereas Periwinkle falls under Apocynaceae family. Also check out Flowers by Color so as to plant colorful aroma in the garden.