Description
Ixora daemonia (also called Demon's Ixora, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white, 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 daemonia 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 daemonia 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 daemonia 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.
Where to Find Ixora daemonia
Ixora daemonia is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical regions.