Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantifolia
ID:
219155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 5: 1864 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218484

Common Names

  • Giant Ixora
  • Giant Flame of the Woods
  • Giant Jungle Flame

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Synonyms

  • Ixora platyphylla Merr. [valid]

Description

Ixora gigantifolia (also called Giant Ixora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall and has large, glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora gigantifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixora gigantifolia has bright yellow 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 gigantifolia is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a seed tray filled with a moist, well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Ixora gigantifolia

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

Ixora gigantifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora gigantifolia?

Ixora gigantifolia

What is the common name of Ixora gigantifolia?

Giant-Leaved Ixora

Where does Ixora gigantifolia grow?

Ixora gigantifolia is native to 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,

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