Frangipani
lat. Plumeria rubra (Apocyanaceae)
Other names: plumeria
Group: Flowers
Odor profile: heady sweet floral note of the genus Plumeria with aspects of jasmine and fruit, tropical smelling like a "lei" garland
Plumeria, or Frangipani, is a small tree native to Caribbean, Central America, & Mexico. Very beautiful, fast and easy growing, it has spread to all the warm areas of the world, and it feels like it was always a part of its gardens and folklores.
Plumeria is very often associated with exotic tropical islands (Hawaii, Tahiti) and their tradition of making leis to mark the important events such as birthing and dying, love and marriage, social, political, religious, and many other occasions. Plumeria, a newcomer to the old tradition, became the most popular flower for lei making, at least among the tourists.
In some countries in Far East white fragrant flowers have a quite dark reputation: Symbolizing death, they are common on cemeteries, and their fragrance in the night is one of the signs of an approaching vampire.
Perfectly shaped plumeria is like a child’s drawing: Its color nuances vary from white to yellow and pink. The flowers are often very fragrant, the palette of their smells covers lots of nuances: soft, fruity, peachy, and creamy on the canvas of the soft gardenia-like aroma. Similar to Tiare, the scent of Plumeria in perfumes is often paired with other tropical fruits, especially Coconut. The fruity nuances of the flower make it quite natural. You can find Plumeria as a part of the exotic cocktail in Pink Frangipani by Lucy B. According to the founder, the perfume is based on pink Plumeria from Australia.
Is it possible to find the "genuine Plumeria" in a perfume? There are several lines specialized in mono-compositions of different plants, like Italian Monotheme (Frangipane delle Maldive), Aloha Beauty (Hawaiian Plumeria), TerraNova (Plumeria).
An interesting cozy Frangipani with a hint of incense you'll find in Frangipane by ChantecailleI. Frangipanni Gloves is a 100% natural perfume created by Ayala Sender in honor to the Italian marquess Frangipanni who invented the method to scent gloves with Plumeria flowers. InFrangipanni Gloves the flower is paired with a note of leather.
I find the fragrance of the flower very natural and seducing in Frangipani by Ormonde Jayne. The buttery softness of big petals enhanced by citruses is very appetizing. The creator found the right ingredient to add a yellow, yet very delicate nuance to the floral heart.
I am thankful to Mike Pfeiffer, one of the owners of Plumeria nursery from San Diegowho invited me to see his flowers (all photos were taken in Mike's nursery) and shared some interesting facts about Plumeria.
As Mike said, Plumeria attracts romantic guys, sailors and surfers, passionate by their nature. They become bewitched by the flower they meet on the Pacific islands, and try to grow it at home. This is how Pacific Plumeria Nursery was started. Mike is a surfer, he fell in love with Plumeria on Tahiti. Now he delights Californians with his colorful Plumerias, some of them crossed by the founder of the nursery.
The admiration of smelling the flower is no less than that of observing it. If you live in the climate with a long and warm summer, you can grow Plumeria in a pot in your garden, balcony, or patio. It doesn't require a lot of work: Plumeria loves full sun, well-drained soil, and little water. It blooms from early summer to fall, and rests during the winter (keep it indoors without watering).
Plumeria smells stronger in the night in order to attract insects for pollination... and she deceives them - seeking for nectar, they find nothing. The crafty Plumeria has no nectar, but virtuously mimics nectar-producing flowers. Poor pollinators go from flower to flower refusing to believe they are fooled, and she gets what she needs. What a flower!
Plumeria propagates most commonly through cutting (about 30 cm). For better root development usually it’s better to pick all flowers and buds after the cutting. Mike prefers to leave his young Plumerias blooming, which is possible because of the blessed San Diego’s climate.
In India Plumeria has been used as the treatment for itches and fevers. It is believed that Mayan people added it for skin treatments. The simplest recipe I found is to add a drop of Plumeria essential oil to Jojoba oil, and massage this mixture into your skin after bath. Even if Plumeria doesn’t work (who will trust her after the fact with pollinators?!), Jojoba works for both and your skin smells heavenly.
Plumeria as a central note of composition:
In these fragrances you will find Plumeria as the main ingredient: different, but very recognisable:
Frangipane delle Maldive by Monotheme Fine Fragrances Venezia,
Frangipani delle Indie by Tesori d`Oriente,
Frangipani by Ormonde Jayne,
Hawaiian Plumeria by Aloha Beauty,
Polynesian Gardens by Nicolas Danila,
The Garden Party Frangipane by The Party,
En Fleur by DSH Perfumes,
Plumeria by TerraNova,
Frangipane by Chantecaille,
Pink Frangipani by Lucy B,
Frangipanni Gloves by Ayala Moriel
Plumeria as a part of tropical cocktails:
Plumeria gives a romantic soft fruity touch to every composition she belongs. It could be perfect for summer vacations, or wedding.
Bali Bliss by Avon,
Jannat by Memo,
Bellini by Calypso Christiane Celle,
Oscar Tropical by Oscar de la Renta,
Caprissimo by Carthusia,
Kenzo Amour Florale by Kenzo,
Beachy by Lilly Pulitzer,
Melange Solid Perfume Floral by Melange Perfume,
Coral Flower by Lolita Lempicka,
Vanille Frangipanier by Laurence Dumont
Perfumes and Colognes With Frangipani
Very Sexy Now 2010 Victoria`s Secret
Frangipani delle Indie Tesori d`Oriente
Plumeria TerraNova
Plumeria Royal Hawaiian
Plumeria Forever Florals Hawaii
Le'a Saffron James
Audace Les Fleurs De Bach
Frangipani & Orange Blossom Abahna
Dianoche Love Daisy Fuentes
Hawaiian Plumeria Aloha Beauty
Frangipani Demeter Fragrance
Kenzo Amour Kenzo
Pink Frangipani Lucy B
Ashram DSH Perfumes
Frangipani – Benzoin Durance de Provence
Roberto Cavalli Exotica Roberto Cavalli
Island Girl: Mantra (Bali) Opus Oils
Madagascan Vanilla Flower The Body Shop
Zara for Her Zara
Fabulous in Paradise Victoria`s Secret
Enigma Dare to Dream Oriflame
Les Exclusifs de Chanel Beige Chanel
Fool For Love Ego Facto
Bali Bliss Avon
Frangipane delle Maldive Monotheme Fine Fragrances Venezia
Frangipanni Gloves Ayala Moriel
Onde Vertige Giorgio Armani
Coral Flower Lolita Lempicka
Ooh La La Bud Parfums
Polynesian Gardens Nicolas Danila
Sikkim Girls Lush
Hanami Ayala Moriel
Hawaii United Scents of America
Frangipani & Grapefruit Bath House
CK IN2U Heat for Her Calvin Klein
Songes Annick Goutal
Signature Summer for Her David & Victoria Beckham
Flor y Canto Arquiste
Bebe Nouveau Bebe
Very Irresistible Summer Vibrations Givenchy
Coquette Tropique Monyette Paris
Jala Calypso St. Barth
Intimately Yours Women David & Victoria Beckham
Hindi OUD Illuminum
DKNY Women Gold Donna Karan
Cool Water Sensual Essence Davidoff
Cool Tropic Paradise Comptoir Sud Pacifique
En Fleur DSH Perfumes
Indigo DayNa Decker
Maui MCMC Fragrances
Frangipane Chantecaille
Tahitian Honey Strange Invisible Perfumes
Blue Nehru Robbie VanGogh
Lovely Ulric de Varens
Corsica Voluspa
Siren Paris Hilton
Body Fantasies Plumeria Parfums de Coeur
Nani Saffron James
No 11 Prudence Paris
Kenzo Amour Florale Kenzo
Frangipani Ava Luxe
Gothic II Loree Rodkin
I Love Singing Dzintars
Flora Bella Lalique
Siam Flamboyant ID Parfums
First Eau de Parfum Intense Van Cleef & Arpels
Manguier Metisse Huitieme Art Parfums
Sun Delight Jil Sander
Fever Celine
Fancy Love Jessica Simpson
Aloha Tiare Eau de Parfum Comptoir Sud Pacifique
Mysterious Daisy Fuentes
Fleur de Caramel Velvet & Sweet Pea’s Purrfumery
Lilabelle Kate Moss
Inspiration from the Sea Coeur d’Esprit Natural Perfumes
Mirada Avon
Mandarine Tout Simplement L`Artisan Parfumeur
Aloha Tiare Eau de Toilette Comptoir Sud Pacifique
Jewel Alfred Sung
Billet Doux Fragonard
Frangipane Santa Maria Novella
Tula Jo Wood Organics
Mexx XX Wild Mexx
Jannat Baby Eau Fraiche Memo
Flora by Gucci Gorgeous Gardenia Gucci
Fleurs Blanches Kristen Michele
Casta Diva Nobile 1942
Velvet Desire Dolce&Gabbana
Love by Nina Nina Ricci
Frangipani Ormonde Jayne
Shine Blue Heidi Klum
Ange ou Demon Le Secret Elixir Givenchy
Kenzo Amour Le Parfum Kenzo
Ibiza Femme Cathy Guetta
Yasmin Ayala Moriel
Reveal Halle Berry
L`Eau de Kenzo Amour Kenzo
Just Cavalli I Love Her Roberto Cavalli
Lulu Lulu Castagnette
Nectars des Iles En Voyage Perfumes
Baby Phat Luv Me Kimora Lee Simmons
Glamourous Ralph Lauren
Mahina Molton Brown
Kenzo Amour Indian Holi Kenzo
Eau des Alizés Parfums Berdoues
Celebrate Marilyn Miglin
L`Air du Temps L`Air du Printemps Nina Ricci
Amor Amor Forbidden Kiss Cacharel
Attimo Salvatore Ferragamo
Temple Tree Jasmine Thymes
Tommy Bahama Tommy Bahama
No 88 Czech & Speake
Les Nuages de Joie Jaune Ayala Moriel
Nuit des Iles Bissoumine
Belle de Soleil Fragonard
Osez-Moi! Chantal Thomass
Very Irresistible Soleil d'Etè Givenchy
Sunny Diane Diane von Furstenberg
Diane Diane von Furstenberg
Jil Sander Sun Men Fresh Jil Sander
Twilight Woods Bath and Body Works
Eclat Fragonard
Liquid Karl Karl Lagerfeld
Island Girl: Island (Hawaiian) Opus Oils
Amor Amor Sunshine Cacharel
Serpentine Roberto Cavalli
Oscar Tropical Oscar de la Renta
S by Shakira Aquamarine Shakira
Jannat Memo
Curve Wave Liz Claiborne
Bali DPS The Scent of Departure
Noor Al Khaleej Asgharali
Diane Eau de Toilette Diane von Furstenberg
Blugirl Jus de Fleurs Blumarine
Midnight Pearl Oriflame
Hello Kitty Woman Koto Parfums
Wild Rose Avril Lavigne
Oscar Tropical Flower Oscar de la Renta
Sweet Paradise Morgan
Spark Seduction Liz Claiborne
Lucid Dream Old Factory Soap Company
Killer Queen Katy Perry
Island Fiji Michael Kors
No. 07 White Patchouli & Cedarwood Rituals
Helios Concrete de Parfum Lord`s Jester
Suede Michael Kors
Hanae Mori N07 Hanae Mori
Tommy Girl Summer 2012 Tommy Hilfiger
Paris Amour Bath and Body Works
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