Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
recurva
ID:
219598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 46: 146 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218927

Common Names

  • Ixora
  • West Indian Jasmine
  • Jungle Geranium

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Synonyms

  • Paederia recurva Roxb. [valid]

Description

Ixora recurva (also called Recurved Ixora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora recurva 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 recurva 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 recurva 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 recurva

Ixora recurva can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Ixora recurva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora recurva?

Ixora recurva

What is the common name of Ixora recurva?

Recurva Ixora

What is the natural habitat of Ixora recurva?

Ixora recurva is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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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