Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nicobarica
ID:
219459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 75: 110 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218788

Common Names

  • Ixora Nicobarica
  • Nicobar Ixora
  • Nicobar Flame

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Description

Ixora nicobarica (also called 'Nicobar Ixora' and 'Nicobar Flame', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Nicobar Islands. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with evergreen leaves and white, pink, or red flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora nicobarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ixora nicobarica 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 nicobarica is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ixora nicobarica

Ixora nicobarica can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Nicobar Islands.

Ixora nicobarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora nicobarica?

Ixora nicobarica

What is the common name of Ixora nicobarica?

Nicobar Ixora

What is the native range of Ixora nicobarica?

India and Southeast Asia

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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