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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.

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