Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubigera
ID:
219578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 305 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218907

Common Names

  • Ixora
  • West Indian Jasmine
  • Jungle Geranium

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Description

Ixora pubigera (also called Hairy-stemmed Ixora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora pubigera is an ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. The flowers of this plant are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. The leaves are also used as a vegetable in some parts of India.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ixora pubigera are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora pubigera can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Ixora pubigera

Ixora pubigera can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Ixora pubigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora pubigera?

Ixora pubigera

What is the common name of Ixora pubigera?

Giant Ixora

What is the native range of Ixora pubigera?

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,