I'm not sure why this flower is called the Japanese Frangipani in our area, Bogor Regency, West Java Province, Indonesia. The name of the East Asian country also gives this beautiful flower its name. Could this flower originate from Japan? This is very likely because Indonesia was colonized by Japan from 1942 to 1945.
Now, this type of flower is often found in parks, along roadsides as a decorative feature, and even in yards. Japanese Frangipani comes in several colors, including red and white. Unfortunately, I didn't find a picture of a white Japanese Frangipani.
Did you know that Japanese Frangipani used to be planted in cemeteries as grave markers? However, over time, Japanese Frangipani has become a popular ornamental plant for gardens and yards.