Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligantha
ID:
219492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. & K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 92: 38 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218821

Common Names

  • Ixora Oligantha
  • Few-Flowered Ixora
  • Few-Flowered Flame

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Synonyms

  • Ixora collina opuloides Guillaumin [valid]

Description

Ixora oligantha (also called 'Few-flowered Ixora' and 'Few-flowered Flame', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. 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 oligantha 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 flower of Ixora oligantha is red in color and has a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora oligantha is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the tips of the branches and planting them in a potting mix. It is best to take the cuttings in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Ixora oligantha

Ixora oligantha is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ixora oligantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora oligantha?

Ixora oligantha

What type of plant is Ixora oligantha?

Ixora oligantha is a shrub.

What is the natural habitat of Ixora oligantha?

Ixora oligantha is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-103828: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.