Plumeria alba, commonly known as Nosegaytree or Frangipani, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, often found in warm, well-drained soils of open woodlands and savannahs. It typically grows to a height and width of 15-25 feet (5-8 meters), with a rounded canopy and widely spaced branches. The leaves are large, leathery, and oblong, providing a lush green backdrop to the highly fragrant flowers. Plumeria alba blooms from spring to fall, producing clusters of showy, spiral-shaped flowers with white petals and a yellow center, which are particularly attractive to pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds.

The Nosegaytree is celebrated for its exotic, sweet-scented flowers and is widely used in tropical and subtropical landscapes. It is ideal for creating a focal point in gardens, and its flowers are commonly used in leis or as a natural fragrance source. This plant thrives in full sun and requires well-draining soil, being drought-tolerant once established. It is susceptible to frost and should be protected in cooler climates. In cultivation, it is also susceptible to pests such as scale insects and frangipani caterpillars. Plumeria alba is not only ornamental but also has cultural significance; in Cambodia, it is chosen by pagodas for ritual offerings, and its flowers are consumed as fritters. The heartwood is used in traditional medicine as a vermifuge or laxative.CC BY-SA 4.0