Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amapaensis
ID:
218814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 386 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218143

Common Names

  • Ixora amapaensis
  • Ixora amapaensis
  • Ixora amapaensis

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Description

Ixora amapaensis (also called Amapa Ixora, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, tropical forests. It has glossy green leaves and small, white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora amapaensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a groundcover. The flowers of this plant are used to make herbal teas and are also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixora amapaensis has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora amapaensis is a tropical shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Ixora amapaensis

Ixora amapaensis can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in Brazil.

Ixora amapaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora amapaensis?

Ixora amapaensis

What is the natural habitat of Ixora amapaensis?

It is native to the Amazon rainforest.

What are the uses of Ixora amapaensis?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Species in the Ixora genus

Ixora accedens, Ixora aciculiflora, Ixora acuminatissima, Ixora acuticauda, Ixora aegialodes, Ixora agasthyamalayana, Ixora aggregata, Ixora agostiniana, Ixora ackeringae, Ixora alba, Ixora albersii, Ixora aluminicola, Ixora amapaensis, Ixora amherstiensis, Ixora amplexicaulis, Ixora amplexifolia, Ixora amplifolia, Ixora andamanensis, Ixora aneimenodesma, Ixora aneityensis, Ixora angustilimba, Ixora archboldii, Ixora arestantha, Ixora asme, Ixora athroantha, Ixora auricularis, Ixora auriculata, Ixora aurorea, Ixora backeri, Ixora bahiensis, Ixora baileyana, Ixora balansae, Ixora baldwinii, Ixora balinensis, Ixora bancana, Ixora banjoana, Ixora barbata, Ixora barberae, Ixora bartlingii, Ixora batesii, Ixora batuensis, Ixora bauchiensis, Ixora beckleri, Ixora beddomei, Ixora bemangidiensis, Ixora betongensis, Ixora bibracteata, Ixora biflora, Ixora birmahica, Ixora blumei,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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