Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moluccana
ID:
219422

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 14: 332 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218751

Common Names

  • Ixora moluccana
  • Moluccan Ixora
  • Moluccan Jungle Flame

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Description

Ixora moluccana (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 28 meters tall. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora moluccana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for landscaping. It can also be used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ixora moluccana are white and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora moluccana is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept warm until germination.

Where to Find Ixora moluccana

Ixora moluccana can be found in the Moluccas Islands of Indonesia.

Ixora moluccana FAQ

What are the common names of Ixora moluccana?

Ixora moluccana is commonly known as Moluccan Ixora.

What is the growth habit of Ixora moluccana?

Ixora moluccana is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded form.

What is the flowering season of Ixora moluccana?

Ixora moluccana typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

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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