How to Care for Ixora coccinea (Jungle Geranium)

Korean name: 익소라

Ixora coccinea is an evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves and clusters of small tubular flowers. The flowers are brightly colored in red, orange, or yellow and thrive in tropical and subtropical climates. It is easy to care for, requiring bright light and regular watering.

Key facts

• Category: Flowering plant
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: India and Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Flower meaning: love and passion
• Traits: showy flowers, tropical plant, easy to grow, partial shade
• Also known as: Jungle Geranium, Flame of the Woods

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the topsoil feels dry.
• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil is ideal.
• Humidity: Likes high humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Ixora coccinea?

Water thoroughly when the topsoil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ixora coccinea?

It likes Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Rich, well-draining soil is ideal..

Is Ixora coccinea safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Ixora coccinea good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Likes high humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season..