Ixora (Ixora coccinea)
Family: Rubiaceae
Ixora is a common flowering shrub for tropical and subtropical gardens. It is a versatile landscape plant, growing well as a trimmed hedge or solitary shrub. Although it is generally easy to grow, it prefers mildly acidic soil and grows poorly in alkaline soil. Many cultivars are available with a wide range of flower colors and petal shapes.
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Tags:
butterfly, flower, ornamental, shrub, sun, tropical
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Cultivation: Medium-sized to large shrub for USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11. Grows best in partial to full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 4' to 8' (1.2 m to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 4' to 8' (1.2 m to 2.4 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round.
Propagation: cuttings.
Size: Reaches 4' to 8' (1.2 m to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 4' to 8' (1.2 m to 2.4 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round.
Propagation: cuttings.