Description
Ixora cremixora (also called Red Ixora, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, red, star-shaped flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia, and grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ixora cremixora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ixora cremixora is a small, bright red, four-petaled bloom with yellow stamens. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ixora cremixora is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from both seeds and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.