Thursday, 16 August 2012

Part B:Grouping and naming organisms

                             Ixora is a genus of flowering plants in the Rubiaceae family. It consists of tropical evergreen trees and shrubs and holds around 500 species. Though native to the tropical and subtropical areas throughout the world,Tropical Asia is its centre of diversity. .West Indian Jasmine is it commonly known name . Other common names include: rangan, kheme, ponna, chann tanea, techi, pan, santan, jarum-jarum, Jungle flame, Jungle geranium, and many more. The plants possess leathery leaves, ranging from 3 to 6 inches in length, in the summer,it produces large clusters of tiny flowers. Members of Ixora prefer acidic soil, and are suitable choices for bonsai. They flower year round in tropical climates .                       

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