Outdoor, full sun to light shade; afternoon shade inland in peak summer
Ixora Cocinea
Ixora coccinea, an evergreen shrub with red or yellow flower clusters, sold from 30 to 70 cm. Full sun to light shade; afternoon shade inland in summer.
AED 20each, 30-40 CM / RED
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Height:
Quantity
- Ixora Cocinea, 30-40 CM / RED × 1
- AED 20
- Total
- AED 20
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- Light
- Full sun to light shade; afternoon shade inland in peak summer
- Water
- Every 2 days in summer, 2–3 times a week in winter; keep evenly moist
- Pets
- Pet safe
- Size
- 30–70 cm
- Where
- Outdoor
Why people love it
- Domes of scarlet flowers sit above leathery dark leaves.
- The ASPCA lists ixora as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
- It suits borders and low hedges.
- Flower clusters can appear in every month of the year.
Worth knowing
- Alkaline irrigation water causes yellowing between the veins.
- Leaves bronze at the edges in unshaded afternoon sun.
- Shallow roots mean the bed must never dry out in July.
- Pruning is needed to keep it full.
About this plant
Ixora coccinea, known as jungle geranium or flame of the woods, is an evergreen shrub with glossy, leathery leaves and dense, rounded heads of small, tubular, four-petaled flowers. These plants come in red or yellow. The species is native to southern India and Sri Lanka.
It does well in Dubai's heat, flowering in repeated flushes for much of the year. It likes sun with some shade in the hottest afternoons, regular watering and good drainage. Alkaline soil and water can turn leaves yellow, so a slightly acidic planting mix and an iron-rich fertilizer are worth using. Smaller plants need extra care with watering in their first summer.
It works for planting in groups in beds and borders, as a low hedge, around patios and pools and in containers. We offer it at 30–40 cm and 40–60 cm, in red and yellow, sold as single plants.
- Sizes
- 30, 30, 40, 40 and 70 cm
- Light
- Full sun to light shade; afternoon shade inland in peak summer
- Water
- Every 2 days in summer, 2–3 times a week in winter; keep evenly moist
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (entry: Flame of the Woods, Ixora coccinea).
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Ixora Cocinea? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Ixora Cocinea healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun to light shade; afternoon shade inland in peak summer. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2 days in summer, 2–3 times a week in winter; keep evenly moist. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: slightly acidic, rich, well-draining mix. Feeding: acid-loving flowering fertilizer with iron every 4–6 weeks from spring to autumn. Common mistake: spacing too far apart for a hedge; plant about 40–50 cm apart. Where it works: beds, borders, low hedges, patios, pool areas, containers.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses (entry: Flame of the Woods, Ixora coccinea).
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Ixora Cocinea FAQs
What sizes are available?
We offer 30–40 cm and 40–60 cm plants in red and yellow, sold as single plants.
How far apart should I plant ixora for a hedge?
About 40–50 cm apart for a continuous low hedge.
Does it need acidic soil?
It does best in slightly acidic soil. In Dubai, use an amended mix and an iron-rich fertilizer.
Is ixora toxic to pets?
The ASPCA lists Ixora coccinea (flame of the woods) as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant?
We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.