Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
duckei
ID:
219076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 218 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218405

Common Names

  • Ixora
  • West Indian Jasmine
  • Flamingo Flower

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Description

Ixora duckei (also called 'Jungle Flame' and 'West Indian Jasmine', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora duckei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixora duckei has small, white flowers with yellow centers and dark green leaves. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora duckei is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Ixora duckei

Ixora duckei is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical regions.

Ixora duckei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora duckei?

Ixora duckei

What are the common names of Ixora duckei?

Ixora duckei is also known as the Ducke's ixora

What is the natural habitat of Ixora duckei?

Ixora duckei is native to Brazil

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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