Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
219130

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 4: 39 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218459

Common Names

  • Ixora fragrans
  • Fragrant Ixora
  • Scented Ixora

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga fragrans Kuntze [valid]
  • Cephaëlis fragrans Hook. & Arn. [valid]

Description

Ixora fragrans (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 India, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora fragrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixora fragrans has bright pink flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora fragrans is a tropical shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done through cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The roots should be carefully separated and replanted in a new location.

Where to Find Ixora fragrans

Ixora fragrans is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Ixora fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora fragrans?

Ixora fragrans

What is the common name of Ixora fragrans?

Fragrant Ixora

What is the natural habitat of Ixora fragrans?

Tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka

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-103491: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.