Tuberose Overview
Tuberose is a fragrant cream-colored flower used in Hawaii for flower lei making. Its pleasant scent and soft color also make it popular as a cut flower for arrangements.
This flower is native to Mexico and grows from underground stems. In the right conditions, it produces graceful flower stalks with creamy blossoms that stand out for fragrance more than bright color.
Fragrance, Lei Use and Growing Needs
Tuberose prefers moist soil, but the soil should also drain well. Too much dryness can stress the flower, while overly wet conditions may cause problems around the underground stems.
In Hawaii, tuberose is valued most for scent. A tuberose lei can feel simple and elegant, with a fragrance that carries well. The flowers are also useful in bouquets where a clean color and strong perfume are wanted.
Tuberose fits naturally among Hawaii's fragrant lei flowers. Related Hawaii lei flower pages include pikake, gardenia, plumeria and crown flower.
