West indian jasmine
Botanical name: Ixora
West indian jasmine
Botanical name: Ixora
Description
West indian jasmine are a large group of evergreen flowering trees and shrubs, most of which are native to tropical environments. Many species produce clusters of bright and fragrant flowers, making them popular ornamental plants for warm-climate gardens and parks. Some species are also popular choices for bonsais, while others are utilized in south and central Asian religious rituals.
Species of West indian jasmine
Chinese ixora
Chinese ixora (Ixora chinensis) is a tropical evergreen shrub native to China and thus sometimes called simply Chinese Ixora. The red berries and clusters of bright flowers that bloom nearly year-round make this a popular ornamental plant.
Flame of the woods
The flame of the woods is a popular warm-weather garden shrub due to its versatility and unique, bright red leaves. It can be used as a hedge, in flower beds, or even grown as a small tree. The flame of the woods is also popular as a standalone patio plant because of its hardiness and distinctive appearance. The genus name, Ixora, was derived from a poorly transliterated rendition of the Hindu god, Shiva's name.
Siamese white ixora
Siamese white ixora is an attractive white-flowered tropical shrub, cultivated by gardeners worldwide in conditions that don't regularly drop below 16 ℃. The plant's Latin name Ixora finlaysoniana is for George Finlayson, a famous Scottish naturalist who performed exhaustive studies of the flora and fauna of Thailand and Malaya.
Scientific Classification
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