Plumeria rubra Italia Frangipani

Plumeria rubra—commonly called red frangipani—is a deciduous, semi-succulent small tree or shrub native to Mexico, Central America and Venezuela. It typically reaches 2–8 m (6–25 ft) high with a spreading vase‑shaped crown. Clusters of intensely fragrant, waxy, five‑petaled flowers—ranging in color from pink to white or yellow with contrasting centers—bloom from summer into fall. Known for its strong jasmine‑citrus‑gardenia scent, the flowers are widely used for leis in Hawaii and temple offerings in Asia; P. rubra is also Nicaragua’s national flower. The species tolerates drought, salt spray, and performs best in well‑drained, medium‑moisture soils in full sun; it’s hardy in USDA Zones 10 b–11.