Ixora Red

Category : Flowering , Outdoor Plants

QAR 30.00

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Delivers by Mon 9 Sep 2024

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Description

Also known as flame of the woods or jungle flame, Ixora (Ixora coccinia) is an evergreen shrub with a rounded shape and attractive, glossy foliage.

Ixora is a genus of flowering plants in the Rubiaceae family. It consists of tropical evergreen trees and shrubs and holds around 500 species. Though native to the tropical and subtropical areas throughout the world, its center of diversity is in Tropical Asia.It is commonly known as West Indian Jasmine. The plants possess leathery leaves, ranging from 3 to 6 inches in length, and produce large clusters of tiny flowers in the summer. Members of Ixora prefer acidic soil, and are suitable choices for bonsai.

Nurture And Care

Watering

Water the plant when the soil feels dry to touch ( Approximately one to two cups ) .Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering for the winter & rainy season

Lighting

Grows well and sufficiently in ample sunlight conditions

Soil and Fertilization

In spring, remove the mulch along with the top crust of soil.
Acidic fertilizer is especially important if the foliage takes on a yellowish cast, indicating a magnesium deficiency caused by improper soil PH.

Pruning

Prune Ixora after blooming slows in late autumn or anytime the shrub looks untidy.
Prune each shoot down to just one bud or prune the shrub as needed to create the size and shape desired.

Potting

move to a bigger sized pot , if necessary for the efficient growth of the plant.
For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.