Frangipani (Plumeria rubra)

Frangipani (Plumeria rubra) is one of the most beautiful and fragrant flowering trees in the tropical world. Its large, waxy, five-petalled flowers bloom prolifically and come in stunning shades of white, yellow, pink, and deep red, filling the garden with an intoxicating, sweet perfume most intense in the evenings. It grows into an attractive, multi-branched small tree with large, tropical leaves and is perfect for coastal gardens, warm courtyards, and as a standalone ornamental specimen. Its flowers are used in lei garlands, spa decor, and perfumery worldwide.