Ixora ripicola is a shrub native to Madagascar, known for its attractive clusters of flowers and glossy foliage. It thrives in warm, humid conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
75% intensity
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
50% intensity
Allow top 2-3 cm to dry between waterings. Reduce in cooler months.
Well-drained, acidic to neutral pH
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures.
75% intensity
Ideal range 20-29°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Regular feeding during growing season.
50% intensity
Use balanced, acid-loving plant fertilizer every 2-4 weeks in spring/summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Ixora ripicola regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering frequency in cooler periods to prevent root rot.
Prune Ixora ripicola after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done throughout the year to control size and promote denser flowering clusters. Avoid heavy pruning in late autumn.
Propagate Ixora ripicola from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix.
Maintain high humidity and warmth for successful rooting, which typically takes several weeks.
Repot Ixora ripicola every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a slightly larger pot with a well-draining, acidic potting mix. Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Where Ixora Ripicola (Ixora ripicola) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Ixora |
| Species | Ixora ripicola |
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