Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gautieri
ID:
553

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Block

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 147: 243 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315007

Common Names

  • Ixora gautieri
  • Gautier's Ixora
  • Madagascar Ixora

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Description

Ixora gautieri (also called Gautier's Ixora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 feet tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora gautieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ixora gautieri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have multiple, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora gautieri is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Ixora gautieri

Ixora gautieri is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern parts of the country.

Ixora gautieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora gautieri?

Ixora gautieri

What is the common name of Ixora gautieri?

Gautier's Ixora

What is the natural habitat of Ixora gautieri?

Ixora gautieri is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests.

What is the flower color of Ixora gautieri?

Ixora gautieri has white or pink flowers.

What is the growth habit of Ixora gautieri?

Ixora gautieri is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters in height.

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

Petra De Block: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Block' in the authors string.