Elsie

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Elsie

Flower colors: White, Pink, Red, Orange. Flower size: 3 inches. Fragrance: Strong | Sweet | Fruity | Floral. Growth habit: Well-Branched. Parentage: Penang Peach | Seedling Of.

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Description

Elsie is a plumeria cultivar originated by Jungle Jack and associated with Jungle Jack's Plumeria, with source location listed as Thailand. Parentage is listed as Penang Peach | Seedling Of. Available flower details describe white, pink, red, and orange flowers with an orange center, an orange throat, red edges, a pink reverse, and pattern notes of bicolor. Flower size is listed as 3 inches. Fragrance is described as sweet, fruity, and floral, with strong intensity. Growth and bloom notes describe well-branched growth and a prolific bloomer. Additional comparison details include leaf shape: elliptic and petal shape or type: round.

Elsie plumeria photo
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Traits and Characteristics

Flower27 listed / 3 openListed: Primary flower colors, Secondary flower color, Flower center color +24 moreNeeds: Sun exposure response, Bloom age response, Petal twist
Flower Color
Primary flower colorsWhite, Pink, Red, Orange
Secondary flower colorWhite
Flower center colorOrange
Flower throat colorOrange
Edge colorRed
Reverse colorPink
Flower Size
Flower center sizeSmall
Flower throat sizeSmall
Flower Size3-4 inches
Flower Size Varies3 inches | 2 1/2-3 1/2 inches
Pattern & Color Response
Center / throat patternStarburst
Flower color patternBicolor
Color behavior / fadingIntensifies In Heat
Season / temperature responseJungle Jack's trusted source reports that Elsie's petals become more pink and the center more orange as temperature rises. The approved photos show the painted white, pink, and red swirl from paler flowers through deeper warm-condition blooms.
Sun exposure response Information needed
Bloom age response Information needed
Petal Form
Petal count5
Petal shapeRound
Petal widthVery Wide
Petal tipRounded
Petal Movement & Flower Type
Petal reflexModerate
Petal twist Information needed
Petal curlRecurved
Flower type / opening formOverlapping Form
Petal Arrangement
Petal edgeSmooth
Petal overlapHeavy
Petal spacingOverlapping
Petal Texture & Substance
Petal textureStrong
Petal surfaceSmooth
Petal substanceThick
Bloom2 listed / 6 openListed: Blooming habit, Bloom frequencyNeeds: Bloom season, Flower production, Keeping quality +3 more
Bloom Habit & Season
Blooming habitProlific Bloomer
Bloom frequencyProlific Bloomer
Bloom season Information needed
Bloom Performance
Flower production Information needed
Keeping quality Information needed
Fade tendency Information needed
Rain tolerance Information needed
Heat performance Information needed
Fragrance5 listed / 1 openListed: Fragrance present, Fragrance strength, Fragrance profile +2 moreNeeds: Fragrance timing
Presence & Strength
Fragrance presentreported
Fragrance strengthStrong
Scent Profile & Timing
Fragrance profileStrong | Sweet | Fruity | Floral
Fragrance familyStrong | Sweet | Fruity | Floral
Fragrance timing Information needed
Fragrance notesfloral | Strong Sweet fruity | aka
Tree4 listed / 5 openListed: Growth class, Growth habit, Canopy density +1 moreNeeds: Growth rate, Vigor, Branching +2 more
Growth
Growth classCompact
Growth habitWell-Branched
Growth rate Information needed
Vigor Information needed
Form & Garden Use
Branching Information needed
Canopy densityModerate
Container suitability Information needed
Landscape suitability Information needed
Tree size / habit notesWhole-tree photographs and Jungle Jack's trusted source show a compact to semi-compact, well-branched tree with thick wood, many flowering tips, and reliable bloom production.
Seed / Reproduction2 listed / 5 openListed: Seed production, Seed pod behaviorNeeds: Pod reliability, Pod color, Pod shape +2 more
Seed & Pod Production
Seed productionYes
Seed pod behaviorYes
Pod reliability Information needed
Pod & Seed Details
Pod color Information needed
Pod shape Information needed
Seed viability Information needed
Germination rate Information needed
Propagation0 listed / 6 openNeeds: Rooting difficulty, Rooting speed, Cutting success +3 more
Cuttings & Rooting
Rooting difficulty Information needed
Rooting speed Information needed
Cutting success Information needed
Grafting & Best Method
Grafting difficulty Information needed
Graft compatibility Information needed
Best propagation method Information needed
Inflorescence6 listed / 5 openListed: Inflorescence size, Inflorescence shape, Bud color +3 moreNeeds: Inflorescence height, Inflorescence width, Stalk color +2 more
Size & Shape
Inflorescence sizeLarge
Inflorescence shapeRounded
Inflorescence height Information needed
Inflorescence width Information needed
Buds & Bloom Display
Bud colorRed
Bud countHigh
Flowers open at onceMany
Bloom presentationOutward-Facing
Stalk Details
Stalk color Information needed
Stalk texture Information needed
Pubescence Information needed
Leaves13 listed / 5 openListed: Leaf shape, Leaf base, Leaf tip +10 moreNeeds: Leaf length, Leaf width, New leaf color +2 more
Leaf Shape & Size
Leaf shapeElliptic
Leaf baseTapered
Leaf tipAcuminate
Leaf sizeLarge
Leaf length Information needed
Leaf width Information needed
Leaf Color & Veins
Leaf colorDark Green
New leaf color Information needed
Vein prominenceStrong
Midrib colorPale Green
Petiole
Petiole length Information needed
Petiole color Information needed
Leaf Surface & Edge
Leaf marginSmooth
Leaf textureLeathery
Leaf surfaceSmooth
Leaf glossSemi-Gloss
VariegationNone
Leaf notesApproved photos and Jungle Jack's trusted source show broad, thick, emerald to dark-green elliptic leaves with tapered bases, acuminate tips, pale midribs, and strong lateral veins.

These traits update from the structured cultivar record. Use them as comparison clues, not proof of identity by themselves.

Name, Parentage & Relationships4 sections
Name & AKA
Also known asJJ Elsie, Elise, Elsee, Jjelsie
Original name Information needed
Name notes Information needed
Parentage
Parentage type Information needed
Seedling of / parentagePenang Peach | Seedling Of
Pod parentPenang Peach
Pollen parent Information needed
Parentage confidencereported
Origin & History
OriginatorJungle Jack
IntroducerJungle Jack
Country of originThailand
Region of origin Information needed
First known year Information needed
Year named Information needed
PSA registration / tracking number Information needed
PSA status Information needed
Registration authority Information needed
Registered by Information needed
Year registered Information needed
Year submitted Information needed
PSA historical record notes Information needed
History / Story<span class="pdb-inline-current-value">Grove | Notes: from Jungle Jack Thailand 2007, Good bloomer on shorter tips. Seedling of Penang Peach, Sets Seeds | National Botanic Gardens, India | Australia | Elsie : n/a, 3″ dark pink flower with lighter pink to white areas, floral scent, compact growth, aka : JJ Elsie<br /> <br /> Jungle Jack's source description: We originally called her 'painted pink' because the swirl looks painted on. 3-4" thick blooms in good clusters. Petals become more pink and the center more orange as the temperature rises. Retains strong pink color after picking. Soft sweet spicy scent and a fantastic, reliable bloomer. Beautiful, thick, emerald green broad leaves. A strong compact to semi-compact grower with thick wood that produces a lot of blooms throughout the season. Cold tolerant.</span> <div class="pdb-inline-tools"><details class="pdb-inline-suggest pdb-inline-login-gate"><summary>Suggest correction</summary><div class="pdb-inline-panel"><p>To suggest a change, please log in or create a contributor account. Suggestions are reviewed before they change the record.</p><p class="pdb-inline-action-row"><a href="https://plumeriadatabase.com/verifier-login/?redirect_to=https://plumeriadatabase.com/cultivars/elsie/">Log in</a><a href="https://plumeriadatabase.com/create-contributor-account/?redirect_to=https://plumeriadatabase.com/cultivars/elsie/">Create account</a></p></div></details></div>
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Known seedlings
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Collections1 listed / 1 openListed: CollectionsNeeds: Collection notes
CollectionsJungle Jack
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Approved public photos14
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13 reviewed photos

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Elsie plumeria photo

Elsie plumeria photo

Flower Photo 2007-03-15 East Texas / Beaumont area estimate
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalCreamCenterOrangeThroatOrangeHalo / RingPink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorMulticolor Secondary flower colorCream Center colorOrange Throat colorOrange Halo or ring colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeSmall Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria photo

Elsie plumeria photo

Flower Photo 2007-06-25
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterDeep redThroatOrange-redPetal EdgeWhite
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorRed Throat colorOrange Petal edge colorWhite Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeSmall Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria photo

Elsie plumeria photo

Flower Photo 2009-10-13 East Texas / Beaumont area estimate
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterRedThroatCreamHalo / RingWhitePetal EdgePale pink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorRed Throat colorCream Halo or ring colorWhite Petal edge colorWhite Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeSmall Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria photo

Elsie plumeria photo

Flower Photo South Florida / Homestead area
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalDeep pinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterPinkThroatWhiteHalo / RingPale pinkPetal EdgeDeep pink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorPink Throat colorWhite Halo or ring colorWhite Petal edge colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeSmall Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria flower - Jungle Jack source photo

Elsie – Jungle Jack source photo

Flower Photo
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterCreamThroatYellowPetal EdgePink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorCream Throat colorYellow Petal edge colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeMedium Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria flower - Jungle Jack source photo

Elsie – Jungle Jack source photo

Flower Photo
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterYellowThroatYellow
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorYellow Throat colorYellow Petal edge colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeMedium Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria flower - Jungle Jack source photo

Elsie – Jungle Jack source photo

Whole Plant / Tree
Colors visible in this photo
FoliageMedium greenBranchGray brownTrunkLight gray brownFlowerPinkAccentYellow center
Traits visible in this photo
Growth habitSpreading BranchingGood Canopy densityOpen
Elsie plumeria flower - Jungle Jack source photo

Elsie – Jungle Jack source photo

Flower Photo
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterRed-orangeThroatYellowHalo / RingPale pink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorOrange Throat colorYellow Halo or ring colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeMedium Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria flower - Jungle Jack source photo

Elsie – Jungle Jack source photo

Flower Photo
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterYellowThroatPinkPetal EdgePink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorYellow Throat colorPink Petal edge colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeSmall Petal typeObovate
Elsie plumeria flower - Jungle Jack source photo

Elsie – Jungle Jack source photo

Whole Plant / Tree
Colors visible in this photo
FoliageMedium greenBranchGray brownFlowerPale pink and whiteAccentYellow flower center
Traits visible in this photo
Growth habitSpreading BranchingGood Canopy densityOpen
Elsie plumeria flower

Elsie – Elsie_MG_0536.jpg

Flower Photo
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalPale pinkCenterDeep redThroatDeep pinkPetal EdgePale pink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorRed Throat colorPink Petal edge colorWhite Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeSmall Petal typeObovate

IMG_2559 Elsie fully opened sm

Flower Photo Southeast Texas
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalPale pinkCenterYellowThroatYellowHalo / RingPale pinkPetal EdgePink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorYellow Throat colorYellow Halo or ring colorWhite Petal edge colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeSmall Petal typeObovate

IMG_2577 Elsie

Flower Photo Southeast Texas
Colors visible in this photo
Primary PetalPinkSecondary PetalWhiteCenterYellowThroatGolden yellowHalo / RingLight pinkPetal EdgePink
Traits visible in this photo
Primary flower colorPink Secondary flower colorWhite Center colorYellow Throat colorYellow Halo or ring colorPink Petal edge colorPink Petal color patternGradient Throat sizeMedium Petal typeObovate
Important limitationPhoto-derived observations are not proof of identity. Color and form can change with temperature, humidity, light, bloom age, season, camera settings, and display settings. Compare all traits with a known live cultivar from a knowledgeable source. See the photo guide.