By Richard A. Criley
Department of Plant and Soil ...Read MoreSciences
College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources
University of Hawaii at Manoa
January, 2005
Flower white with wide, vivid greenish-yellow bands radiating from the center; dark red stripes within these bands; strong red bands on back Petal narrow, tapering tip, no overlapping; strong red band on back; twist usually running length of petal; good texture Size three-and-one-half inches in diameter Scent slight sweet scent Stalk strong pink, smooth, upright, loose flower clusters Keeping quality good Leaves light green, narrow, tapering acuminate tips Plant habit upright, open branching; suitable for landscaping Bearing habit March to September, moderate flower production Parentage unknown hybrid origin Remarks Novel for its twisted petals, this cultivar has no particular insect or disease problems. It is recommended for residential plantings and for commercial orchards on a trial basis.
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Plumeria in Hawaii
By Richard A. Criley
Department of Plant and Soil ...Read More