Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame)
Ixora congesta flowers form a tight orange cluster against deep green leaves
Botanical names: Ixora congesta, Ixora griffithiana
Common name: Ixora Thai Flame
Family: Rubiaceae
Origin: Thailand
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsA new hybrid culivar with beautiful double-tripple flowers 1/2 across that come in large clusters. Flowers change color from yellow to red, with yellow, orange and red flowers in the same cluster. Medium size shrub, acid soil is preferrable. Can be grown in container with full sun provided for profuse blooming. Cold sensitive.
Learn more about ixora plants: Ixora - the Star of Southern Landscapes.
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Ixora congesta flower cluster with many small orange petals and green foliage
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) flower clusters with dark orange petals and thick green leaves.
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) orange flower cluster tight and dense on a black background
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) orange flower petals layered in a tight cluster.
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) orange flower clusters nestled among the dark green oval leaves.
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) flower with multiple orange petals clustered in a rounded shape.
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) orange flower clusters with small pointed petals and green foliage
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) orange flower cluster with many small buds.
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) showing a dense cluster of orange petals on dark green foliage
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) showing vibrant orange flower clusters among deep green leaves.
Ixora congesta (Ixora Thai Flame) clusters of small orange petals emerging from dark green foliage
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