Ixora coccinea Exotica
- Mature size: 2-3m tall x 2m wide.
- Recommended spacing for hedging: 1m apart.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade.
- Growth rate: Moderate.
Uses
Perfect for containers or as a garden border, feature plant, tropical garden addition, flowering hedge, or privacy screen.
Noteworthy
Vibrant clusters of coral-red blooms, evergreen, long flowering season, ideal for attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Tolerant
Adapts to varying soil types, thrives in warm climates, resilience to pruning and shaping, can tolerate mild drought once established.
Colour/Growth form
Dense, glossy green foliage with fiery red flower clusters. Ixora coccinea Exotica forms a compact shrub, making a striking display in tropical and subtropical gardens. Its vibrant inflorescences brighten up landscapes and attract local fauna like butterflies.
What is Ixora coccinea Exotica?
Ixora coccinea Exotica is a charming tropical shrub known for its lush green leaves and vividly coloured flower heads. Preferring sunny locations, this plant brings a lush, exotic touch to both garden and potted settings.
How to Care for Ixora coccinea Exotica
Provide moist, well-drained soil and regular watering to ensure thriving Ixora growth. Thriving in warm conditions, it benefits from occasional feeding with a balanced fertiliser to maintain lush blooms.
The Beauty of Glowing Blooms
This cultivar is renowned for its stunning display of red flowers, creating dramatic visual appeal throughout its flowering period. The compact, bushy form enhances tropical landscapes with vivid colour and texture.
Ideal Growing Conditions
Ixora coccinea Exotica favours warm, humid climates and performs best in well-draining, slightly acidic soils. Protect from frost for optimal growth in Australian conditions.
