Did you know that every flower has a meaning of its own? Well, you may be aware that the rose universally symbolizes love and passion, while the Madonna lily symbolizes purity. Similarly, there are many meanings associated with plumeria flowers. Plumeria is a genus of beautiful flowering plants. They are native to sub-tropical or tropical climates, and commonly found in Southern, Central America, and southern Asia. There are nearly three hundred plumeria varieties known to man, but the Plumeria alba is the most popular one. These flowers are extremely attractive, and are found in white, cream, yellow, pink, and red colors. They have a powerful fragrance, that gets stronger at night. Significance of Plumeria You will find these flowers depicted on several forms of art like paintings, jewelry, etc., because of their attractiveness. They are also used for making scents and perfumes. In fact, the name 'Frangipani' comes from the name of an Italian nobleman, Marquis Frangipani, who had made a perfume with this scent in the sixteenth century. It is because of their several meanings, significance, and symbolism, that plumeria tattoos are very popular these days. These are usually considered feminine tattoos and can be made on any part of the body. These beautiful and colorful flowers will make eye-catching and meaningful tattoos. Now that we have seen the different meanings of the plumeria flower, you must be tempted to grow the plant yourself. In which case, here is a brief account of how you can care for the plant. Plumeria Plant Care It can be grown in a pot, a container, or on the garden ground. It needs light and should be exposed to sunlight 6-7 hours every day. However, make sure it does not get burned by the hot scorching sun. In winters, plumeria can be placed indoors. Do not to expose it immediately to the sunlight. Plumeria does not require excess water. You should water it simply to wet the soil and maintain the moisture. Avoid making it soggy. Plumeria bears flowers starting from early summer and continues till the beginning of fall. The blooming period depends on the age of the tree. Similar to other flowering plants, plumeria needs fertilizers. Nitrogen- or phosphorus-based fertilizers that are water-soluble are recommended for these flowers. Lastly, you should remember to take care of plumeria in winters and very hot summers. Once planted, you will definitely love to watch your plumeria plant grow and blossom with beautiful and fragrant flowers. With a plant, or a tattoo, or any other art, enjoy the beauty of these pretty flowers. Ciao!