Singapore frangipani tree, White frangipani
Plumeria obtusa
Family: Apocynaceae
What it is like
A tree. It can lose its leaves in dry seasons. The branches are spreading and the crown is round. It grows 8 m tall and spreads 4 m wide. The leaves are pointed and oval. They are 18 cm long. The flower are tube shaped and have a scent.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. In Yunnan. In Townsville Queens BG.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Central America, China, Colombia (country/location of origin), Dominican Republic, Greater Antilles, India, Indonesia, Kiribati, Maldives, Marquesas, Mexico, Pacific, SE Asia, South Africa, South America, Sri Lanka, Tuvalu, West Indies
How it is used for food
The flowers are eaten in fritters or omelettes.
Edible parts
Flowers, vegetable
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seeds or cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Dwarf plumeria, Gulchampaa, Nuozhang badie, Pohon kamboja jiwani, Te meria