Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richardi-longii
ID:
1415625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Govaerts

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Skvortsovia 4(3): 81. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428090

Common Names

  • Ixora richardi-longii
  • Richardi-Longii Ixora
  • Richardi-Longii

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Description

Ixora richardi-longii (also called Richardi-Longii Ixora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora richardi-longii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a herbal medicine for treating fever and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ixora richardi-longii are small and white, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora richardi-longii is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but can also be done by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ixora richardi-longii

Ixora richardi-longii is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands at elevations of up to 2,500 m.

Ixora richardi-longii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora richardi-longii?

Ixora richardi-longii

What is the common name of Ixora richardi-longii?

Ixora

What is the natural habitat of Ixora richardi-longii?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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

Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.