The oil of the frangipani flower has a sophisticated, lush, rich floral fragrance.

Frangipani flowers may smell like roses, gardenias, pineapple, plum, citrus, ripe banana, grapes, coconut, ginger, candy, or spices.

The Plumeria smells is unique, like no other flower. Each cultivar has its own unique fragrance. The flowers are often very fragrant, the palette of their smells covers lots of nuances: soft, fruity, peachy, and creamy. Some plumerias smell sweet or spicy, others smell like jasmine, peaches or citrus.