Plumeria pudica isn't a "named" cultivar of the plant, it's actually an entirely different species of the genus plumeria. Because the leaves are so different, it's also popularly known as "Fiddle Leaf Plumeria." The flowers come in no other color but pure white, in large clusters, giving the plant the nickname of "Bridal Bouquet". They are strikingly beautiful but have little scent.

Pudica behaves and is cared for much like its cousins, with a few exceptions. Pudica doesn't go totally dormant during the winter months, although its water needs drop significantly. While you can tuck away your other plumerias in the garage over the winter, a well-established pudica can remain outside except during an imminent freeze.

Pudica branches always grow vertically, so the plant can become top-heavy if left unpruned. Curiously, each time a branch is cut it will sprout two more out of the amputated limb. Thus, for a fuller and bushier plant the gardener should regularly trim the exponentially growing branches at different levels to achieve the striking "bridal bouquet" effect in the attached photo. You can definitely have some fun with this one!