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Plant Habit: Shrub
Tree
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0)
Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 8 to 12 feet, possibly taller
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: Other: Creamy white to yellow; petals sometimes have pink tips.
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Year Round
Underground structures: Taproot
Suitable Locations: Street Tree
Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Houseplant
Uses: Windbreak or Hedge
Wildlife Attractant: Butterflies
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Fragrant Ixora

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Location: Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date: 2015-02-07
Location: Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date: 2015-02-07
Location: Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date: 2015-02-07
Location: Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date: 2015-02-07
Location: Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date: 2015-02-07
Location: Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date: 2015-02-07
Location: Botanical Garden, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date: 2015-02-07

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