Reproduction of Plumeria species can be achieved both naturally, by seeds, and by cuttings.

The plumeria obtained from seeds will have a slow growth, and flowering can appear after 2-4 years, depending on the cultivation method, the shorter term being generally valid under conditions of intensive cultivation, with the provision of the necessary nutrients.

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The formation of the fruit and the harvesting of Plumeria seeds . After pollination, the fruits ripen and crack in about 8-10 months. In order not to lose the seeds, but also to speed up ripening, the fruit will be wrapped in food bags tied to the base.

Plumeria seeds

Plumeria (Frangipani) obtained from cuttings . It is preferable to take cuttings in the spring. After harvesting, the cuttings will be cleaned of leaves (only the young leaves from the top are left).

After harvesting, the Plumeria cuttings will be treated with fungicide and a rooting stimulant will be applied (phytosanitary preparation containing specific hormones). This procedure leads to a viability of the cuttings even of 100%.

After treatment with fungicide and specific hormones, it is recommended to keep the cuttings for up to 2 weeks (depending on the available conditions) in a dry and warm place, to stimulate the production of tissue (callus), before planting.

The cuttings will be 20-30 cm long and will be inserted 5-7 cm into the rooting medium.

The rooting of Plumeria cuttings can be done in a specific substrate (slightly acidic peat with perlite, sand and a possible addition of sphagnum), but due to the content of organic matter, some fungal problems may occur.

A higher degree of rooting, with 100% efficiency (without complications), was obtained by rooting in bags with sphagnum moss or perlite. The bag applied on the base of the cutting keeps the humidity high, generates a greenhouse effect and isolates the area. Sphagnum moss has antiseptic properties, and perlite is an inorganic material. In the case of this rooting method, we recommend you to open the bag periodically, for airing.

It is expected that the Plumeria will lose its leaves when it is moved into culture containers, but the recovery of the plant is relatively quick and easy.

Plumeria care guide is available here: Plumeria (Frangipani) - care and characteristics

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