| Ixora | |
| Ixora coccinea | |
| a.k.a. Flame of the Woods, Jungle Flame, Jungle Geranium |
A common ornamental throughout tropical areas, ixora's come in a variety of colors and species.
Description: A fairly small, bushy shrub, usually only 5-10ft tall. There are dwarf
varieties that are much smaller. Ixora will flower when only a few inches
high. It is commonly used a hedge or small garden plant.
Hardiness: Ixora is too
tender to grow outside of the tropics and subtropics. It prefers a warm,
humid climate with temperatures rarely dipping below 50F.
Growing Environment: Grow in full sun. Plants have only moderate drought tolerance.
Propagation: By seed, but superior varieties can be propagated
by cuttings.
Uses: The plant is mainly grown as an ornamental, but its flowers also have some medicinal uses.
Native Range: Native to India and Sri Lanka.