Ixora taiwanensis

ixora taiwanese orange

Also known as: Dwarf Ixora, Jungle Geranium, Flame of the Woods

Ixora Taiwan Orange is a compact tropical shrub known for its dense glossy green foliage and clusters of bright orange flowers. Its naturally rounded growth stays neat and manageable, making this dwarf Ixora a beautiful choice for garden borders, landscape beds, patios, mass plantings, and outdoor containers. The vivid blooms appear throughout much of the year in warm climates and attract butterflies and hummingbirds, bringing extra color and movement to sunny outdoor spaces. Easy to maintain and full of tropical character, Ixora Taiwan Orange is a great choice when you want lasting color without a large shrub.

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plant tips

  • water

    Keep soil consistently moist but never soggy — water regularly and never let it dry out completely, as Ixora is sensitive to drought.

  • light

    Thrives in full sun to part shade, with best flowering in full sun.

  • mature size

    Approx. 36" W × 36" H

care

Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season for maximum color and lightly trim after flowering to maintain its compact shape and trigger fresh new blooms.

  • compact patio accent

    Place Taiwanese Orange Ixora in a decorative pot on your sunny patio for a bold, compact pop of color. Its tidy shape and vivid blooms look polished in any outdoor living space.

  • sunny border color

    Plant Taiwanese Orange Ixora along garden borders or walkways for a cheerful burst of orange that blooms nearly year-round, attracting butterflies to any sunny landscape.