Plant · GBIF taxon 8793122
Jungle flame
Ixora coccineaAlso known as Flame of the Woods, Jungle Geranium, Scarlet Jungle Flame, Rangan
Jungle flame forms dense, evergreen mounds ablaze with rounded clusters of tubular, bright red to orange blossoms that bloom year round in tropical climates. Butterflies and hummingbirds frequent the nectar-rich flowers, which later give way to small, dark purple berries eaten by tropical birds. Widely cultivated as an ornamental hedge, this resilient shrub thrives in moist, acidic soils and direct sunlight.
EvergreenFloweringTropical
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Not EvaluatedConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXNot Evaluated — not placed on the risk ladderRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Sunlight
- Water
- Soil nutrients
Predators
- Scale insects
- Aphids
- Spider mites
ThreatsFreezing temperatures, soil alkaline chlorosis, pest infestations
HabitatsTropical moist forests, coastal scrub, urban parks, garden landscapes
Life span20–40 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderGentianales
- FamilyRubiaceae
- GenusIxora
- SpeciesIxora coccinea
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Wild berries have toxic look-alikes; never eat based on app identification alone.
Responsible observation
- Pruning: Trim light foliage after major flowering flushes to encourage dense, bushy growth and more blooms.
- Soil Care: Maintain acidic soil conditions with organic mulch to prevent iron deficiency leaf yellowing.
- Wildlife Viewing: Watch dense flower heads during sunny mornings to spot feeding butterflies and pollinators.
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