About Lineage of Modern Plumeria Cultivars Understanding the lineage of modern plumeria cultivars is both a science and an art. While some plumeria crosses are well-documented and registered, many popular cultivars today are the result of open pollination, presumed hybrid ancestry, or breeder experimentation that dates back decades. This article explores the documented lineages, probable […]

Understanding Plumeria Genealogy: Reading a Cultivar’s Family Tree For plumeria enthusiasts and breeders, understanding the lineage or family tree of a cultivar is essential for predicting its traits and understanding its genetic history. Just as we trace human ancestry to understand the traits that get passed down through generations, the same applies to plants. Whether […]

Pointed vs. Rounded Petal Tips: What the Petal Tip Shape Reveals About Plumeria Varieties Plumeria flowers are known for their beautiful and fragrant blooms, but one of the more subtle aspects of plumeria morphology that can tell us a lot about the variety is the shape of the petal tips. Whether the tips are rounded […]