Ixora
Ixora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ixora, is a versatile tropical shrub celebrated for its vibrant, star-shaped flower clusters. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this plant holds significant value in traditional medicine. Various parts are utilized to treat ailments ranging from skin infections to digestive issues, making it a true botanical treasure.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Flower
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
IxoraDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented across several distinct nations, including Benin and Burkina. Additionally, the species can be found extending through the territory of Gambia. The range also encompasses parts of Ghana within the same tropical zone. Finally, the distribution reaches into Guinea-Bissau, completing its regional profile.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Ixora has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include flower.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flower | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flower
- Journal of complementary & integrative medicine
Preparations
Ixora has 2 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include ethanolic solvent, flower extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ethanolic solvent | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flower extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ethanolic solvent
- Journal of complementary & integrative medicine
Flower extracts
- Journal of complementary & integrative medicine