Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
219359

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steud.) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 37: 194 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218688

Common Names

  • Ixora
  • West Indian Jasmine
  • Flamingo Flower

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Synonyms

  • Ixora grandifolia aucutifolia Hochr. [valid]
  • Ixora hypsophila Kuntze [valid]
  • Ixora leucoxylon Boerl. [valid]
  • Ixora longiflora Zoll. & Moritzi [illegitimate]
  • Ixora longituba Boerl. [valid]
  • Pavetta hypsophila Miq. [valid]
  • Pavetta leucoxylon Miq. [valid]
  • Pavetta longiflora Blume [illegitimate]
  • Pavetta longituba Miq. [valid]
  • Pavetta macrantha Steud. [valid]
  • Pavetta longiflora javana DC. [valid]

Description

Ixora macrantha (also called Jungle Flame, Jungle Geranium, and Flame of the Woods, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of Asia. It has bright red flowers and can grow up to 3 meters tall. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for hedges and screens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixora macrantha has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora macrantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ixora macrantha

Ixora macrantha is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ixora macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora macrantha?

Ixora macrantha

What is the family of Ixora macrantha?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Ixora macrantha?

Large-flowered Ixora

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-103700: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.