Ixora kachinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Deb & Rout
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 295 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218590
Common Names
- Ixora Kachinensis
- Kachinensis Ixora
- Kachinensis's Ixora
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Ixora kachinensis (also called Kachin ixora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in lowland forests, thickets, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ixora kachinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ixora kachinensis is a bright red, tubular shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ixora kachinensis can be propagated through stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in moist soil. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Ixora kachinensis
Ixora kachinensis can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.
Ixora kachinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ixora kachinensis?
Ixora kachinensis
What is the common name of Ixora kachinensis?
Kachinensis Ixora
Where is Ixora kachinensis found?
Ixora kachinensis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
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-103611: Based on the initial data import
Debendra Bijoy Deb (1924-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deb' in the authors string.
Ramesh Chandra Rout (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rout' in the authors string.