How Traits and Characteristics Affect Pollination & Seed Production Plumeria plants are not only admired for their stunning flowers and sweet fragrance, but they also have a fascinating process of pollination and seed production. Whether you’re hoping to produce seeds for propagation or simply curious about the process, understanding how traits and characteristics influence pollination […]

Double-Whorled Plumerias: Myth or Reality? Plumeria flowers are well-known for their beauty, fragrance, and classic five-petal arrangement. However, there have been intriguing reports of plumeria blooms that seem to feature more than the typical five petals, flowers with extra layers, often described as “double-whorled” or “double” blooms. The idea of plumeria flowers with multiple whorls […]

Twisted Petals and Spiders: Unusual Plumeria Flower Forms Plumeria flowers are widely celebrated for their striking beauty and variety of shapes. While many plumeria varieties feature classic star-shaped petals, some cultivars exhibit unusual petal forms that set them apart from the typical blooms. These include twisted, reflexed, or narrow “spider” petals—forms that add intrigue and […]

Multi-Petal Plumerias: Meet the Cultivars with 6, 7, or More Petals Plumeria flowers are admired for their stunning beauty and delicate five-petal structure, but some plumeria cultivars produce blooms with more than the usual five petals. These multi-petal plumerias are a fascinating rarity in the plumeria world, and they intrigue collectors and horticulturists alike. While […]

Petal Shape Guide: Narrow, Elliptical, or Round – Decoding Plumeria Petal Types Plumeria flowers are known for their captivating beauty, but one of the most distinctive features of these blooms is the variety of petal shapes they come in. Understanding the different petal shapes—from narrow to wide, elliptical to obovate—adds another layer of appreciation for […]