Lava Flow

Lava Flow

When you walk up to Lava Flow in the grove, the first thing that hits you is the color. The flowers are about three inches across, with thick, full petals that open into large, rounded heads. Yellow-orange petals carry bright pink veins that flow out from a reddish-orange throat—the kind of glow that makes people stop and look closer. The reverse of the petals shows a bold red-orange stripe, so even from the side the flower keeps that warm, fiery look. How much of the red-orange versus the yellow shows can shift with weather and growing conditions, but the overall effect stays bright and distinct.

The scent is a strong rose fragrance. On a warm South Louisiana evening you notice it as soon as you get near the plant—clear, classic rose, not mixed or faint. Florida Colors notes it as one of the variety’s reliable traits, and it holds up well when the clusters are in full bloom.

Growth is average and compact, roughly medium height and branching for a plumeria (often in the 12–24 inches of new growth per year range once established). It stays manageable in a pot or smaller space while still putting on those full flower heads through the season. Branches tend to be sturdy. It is thought to be one of collector Gloria Schmidt’s seedlings; Jim Little’s son Clark is said to have spotted the original near Pearl Harbor. That origin story matches the unusual coloring and the rose scent that have kept it circulating among growers.

In our heat and humidity it has performed as a dependable bloomer once settled in well-draining soil and full sun. The thick petals and strong scent make the clusters noticeable both up close and from a short distance across the yard. If you have been looking for a warmer-toned flower with a clear rose fragrance and a growth habit that does not take over, Lava Flow is one we keep coming back to in the collection.

Plant Details

• Colors: Yellow-orange with pink veins
• Scent: Rose
• Bloom Size: 3+" with thick petals
• Growth Habit: Compact/Medium

Availability:  

Rooted plumerias are grown organically here in south Louisiana, potted in air pruning pots, and ready for their new homes. We recommend leaving them in their current pots for at least 1–2 years for best results.

Pricing varies based on plant size, number of tips, and inflows. Grown with care at our home nursery in Denham Springs, LA.

Available for local pickup, delivery within 60 miles of Denham Springs, LA or purchase at our garden shows across the South.