frangipanis

Lei flower trees

Frangipanis is the plural of frangipani, a tropical tree or shrub known for its fragrant, waxy flowers in shades of white, pink, and yellow.

Native to the Americas but widely cultivated in warm climates, frangipanis are iconic in Hawaiian leis and Southeast Asian temple gardens: The frangipanis were in full bloom, scenting the entire courtyard.

botanical

plumeria

Fragrant tropical flowering shrub

stamen · pistil · sepals · perennial · pollination · nectar · pollen · blooming · cutting · propagation

ceremonial

lei

Flower necklace

sacred · worship · blessing · spiritual · tradition · ceremony · wedding · funeral · Hawaiian · Balinese

tropical

island

Water-bounded land mass

  • HawaiiPacific island state
  • PolynesiaEastern Oceania's island groups
  • BaliIndonesian resort province

exotic · lush · palm · beach · paradise · resort · Southeast Asia · Pacific · Caribbean · subtropical

fragrance

aroma

Pleasant distinctive smell

essence · floral · incense · heady · intoxicating · attar · essential oil · lei · garland · potpourri

ornamental

landscaping

Modifying outdoor areas aesthetically

container · patio · courtyard · aesthetic · arrangement · centerpiece · decorative · motif · pattern · tattoo

Opposites
climate hardiness

frangipanisconifers

Cone-producing trees

snowdrops · hellebores · winter jasmine

floral aesthetic

frangipanisgrasses

Monocot blade plants

ferns · hostas · boxwood · yews · mosses

fragrance

frangipaniscorpse flower

Plant with decay odor

rafflesia · skunk cabbage

Family

frangipane, frangipani

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G