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Ixora

₹120 ₹138

Ixora is a tropical flowering plant cherished for its clusters of vibrant and showy flowers, available in hues of red, orange, pink, and yellow. With its glossy green leaves and compact growth habit, ixora adds a touch of exotic beauty to gardens and landscapes.

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Package- A healthy Ixora Plant (Without pot)

Plant Description:

Common Name- Ixora/ Rongon

Scientific Name- Ixora coccinea

Family- Rubiaceae

Origin- Regions of Asia including  India, Malaysia , Sri Lanka.

Ixora is a tropical flowering plant cherished for its clusters of vibrant and showy flowers, available in hues of red, orange, pink, and yellow. With its glossy green leaves and compact growth habit, ixora adds a touch of exotic beauty to gardens and landscapes.

Growing Conditions-

1.Soil- Ixora plants prefer well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A mixture of loam, peat moss, and compost works well. Plant it in soil rather than small pot to achieve its vigorous growth.

2.Watering- Ixora plants like to be consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water them deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry. They can tolerate short periods of drought but perform best with regular watering. Avoid overwatering.

3.Temperature- Ixora plants thrive in warm and tropical climates. They are native to tropical regions of Asia and require temperatures above 15°C to grow well. They prefer temperatures between 21°C-32°C.

4.Humidity- Ixora plants prefer high humidity levels, ideally around 60% to 70%, to support their optimal growth and flowering.

5.Light Requirements- Ixora plants require plenty of bright sunlight to bloom profusely. They prefer full sun or partial shade with at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. In hot climates, some afternoon shade can help protect the plant from scorching.

6. Fertilization- Regular fertilization is essential for promoting healthy growth and abundant flowering. Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or a water-soluble. Apply the fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

7.Flowering- Ixora plants typically bloom during the warm months of spring and summer. They produce dense clusters of vibrant flowers in various colors, such as red, pink, orange, and yellow. During flowering, use a balanced fertilizer with a higher phosphorus content (such as a 10-30-20 ratio) for Ixora plants and avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers.

8.Important Diseases- Leaf spot is a common disease in Ixora plants, manage it by removing and destroying infected leaves, improving airflow, and apply copper based or any broad spectrum fungicide.

9.Important pests- Ixora plants can be susceptible to aphids, scale insects, and mealybugs. Use neem oil or broad-spectrum insecticide to control these pests.

10.Pruning- Pruning is important for maintaining a compact and bushy Ixora plant and to stimulate new growth. It is typically done after the flowering season.

11.Propagation- Ixora plants can be propagated through stem cuttings. Take a healthy stem cutting, remove lower leaves, dip in rooting hormone, and plant in well-drained soil. Keep it moist and in a warm, humid environment until roots develop.

Type

Tropical Evergreen Flowering Shrub

Planting time

Spring

Soil

Well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.

Watering

Water the plants when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Temperature

21°C-32°C.

Humidity

60% to 70%

Light requirement

At least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.

Fertilization

Apply balanced slow release fertilizer in every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Flowering

Ixora blooms during the warm months of spring and summer.

Important Diseases

Leaf spot

Important pests

Aphids, scale Insects and mealy bug.

Pruning

Pruning is done to maintain a compact and bushy Ixora plant.

Propagation

Stem cuttings

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