Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steenisii
ID:
219687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 16: 288 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219016

Common Names

  • Steenis' Ixora
  • Ixora Steenisii
  • Steenis' Ixora

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Description

Ixora steenisii (also called Steenis' Ixora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ixora steenisii is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixora steenisii has bright red flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a reddish stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixora steenisii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ixora steenisii

Ixora steenisii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Ixora steenisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixora steenisii?

Ixora steenisii

What is the common name of Ixora steenisii?

Ixora

What is the natural habitat of Ixora steenisii?

Tropical forests

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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