Plumeria (Plumeria rubra 'Mary Helen Eggenberger')
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Propagation: Other methods
Propagation: Seeds
Detailed Information
While ‘Mary Helen Eggenberger’ is a specific cultivar of Plumeria rubra, knowing the likely geographical location of the *species* Plumeria rubra is helpful in understanding its origin.
Plumeria rubra is native to **Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean**. It has naturalized in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, including parts of Asia, Africa, the Pacific Islands, and Florida.
So, while ‘Mary Helen Eggenberger’ might have been bred or developed in a specific location (likely somewhere with a climate suitable for Plumeria cultivation), its lineage traces back to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger, Needs excellent drainage in pots