Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guineensis
ID:
219193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 414 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218522

Common Names

  • Guineensis Ixora
  • Guineensis Flame of the Woods
  • Guineensis Jungle Flame

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Synonyms

  • Ixora breviflora Hiern [valid]
  • Ixora buchholzii Engl. [valid]
  • Ixora carniflora K.Krause [valid]
  • Ixora obanensis Wernham [valid]
  • Ixora riparia Hiern [valid]
  • Ixora stenanthera K.Krause [valid]
  • Ixora talbotii Wernham [valid]

Description

Ixora guineensis (also called Guinea Ixora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall and has small, 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 guineensis 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

The flower of Ixora guineensis is a cluster of large, tubular white flowers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora guineensis 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 guineensis

Ixora guineensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions in its native range.

Ixora guineensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora guineensis?

Ixora guineensis

What is the common name of Ixora guineensis?

Guinea Ixora

What is the natural habitat of Ixora guineensis?

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-103549: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.