Flame of the woods. A very pretty flowering plant with glossy leaves and large heads of tubular flowers. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 65°F / 17°C.
Ixora coccinea
A very pretty flowering plant with glossy leaves and large heads of tubular flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Ixora |
|---|---|
| Species | coccinea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Flame of the woods |
| Flower Colour | orange, yellow, red, pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Spread | 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 65°F / 17°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | Early spring |
| Pests and diseases | Scale |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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