Ixora cauliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Montrouz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Lyon, Sect. Sci. , sér. 2, 10: 224 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218296
Common Names
- Ixora cauliflora
- Cauliflora Ixora
- Stem-Flower Ixora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ixora cauliflora (also called Cauliflora Ixora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ixora cauliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ixora cauliflora var. caulifloraIxora cauliflora var. graciliflora Guillaumin
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ixora cauliflora has bright red, tubular flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ixora cauliflora is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on until they are ready to be planted out.
Where to Find Ixora cauliflora
Ixora cauliflora can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Ixora cauliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixora cauliflora?
Ixora cauliflora
What is the common name of Ixora cauliflora?
Cauliflower Ixora
What is the natural habitat of Ixora cauliflora?
Ixora cauliflora is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-103342: Based on the initial data import
Xavier Montrouzier (1820-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Montrouz.' in the authors string.