Also known as Asoka · Burning Love · Flame Flower
Jungle flame (Ixora coccinea) is an evergreen shrub known for its vibrant clusters of red, orange, pink, or yellow flowers, native to tropical Asia.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade for best flowering. At least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily is ideal.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top inch to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
High
75% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 21-29°C. Protect from frost; it cannot tolerate cold temperatures below 10°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during growing season with a balanced fertilizer, higher in phosphorus for blooms. Stop in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Ixora coccinea regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot, but do not let the soil become completely dry.
Prune Ixora coccinea after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pinch back young stems to promote branching.
Regular pruning helps keep the plant compact and improves air circulation.
Propagate Jungle Flame from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in spring or summer. Select healthy stems, cut them into 7-10 cm lengths, and dip the ends in rooting hormone.
Plant the cuttings in a well-draining, moist potting mix and cover with a plastic bag to maintain humidity.
Repot Ixora coccinea every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based blend with perlite.
Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Jungle Flame (Ixora coccinea)
Where Jungle Flame (Ixora coccinea) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Ixora |
| Species | Ixora coccinea |
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