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Ixora sp.
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 centre of diversity is in Tropical Asia. Ixora also grows commonly in subtropical climates in the United States. Additional common names include: jungle flame, rangan, kheme, ponna, chann tanea, techi, pan, jarum-jarum, and many more. 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. It is also a popular choice for hedges in parts of South East Asia, like in Thailand. In tropical climates they flower year round. Red ixora flowers are commonly used in Hindu worship, as well as in Indian folk medicine.
Growing as an ornamental in a large semi-urban yard & garden in the equatorial tropics of northern New Guinea.
Spotted on Feb 19, 2012
Submitted on May 24, 2012
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