Description
Woodfordia fruticosa, commonly known as Fire Flame Bush or Shiranjite, is a small, evergreen shrub belonging to the Lythraceae family. It typically grows 1.5 to 3 meters tall and is admired for its striking clusters of bright red to orange tubular flowers that appear along the branches, giving the plant a fiery appearance. The narrow, lance-shaped leaves are light green and arranged oppositely along slender stems.
Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, Woodfordia fruticosa thrives in warm, sunny locations and well-drained soils. It is often found in open forests and rocky slopes.
This species is also valued as an ornamental shrub for its long-lasting, vivid blooms that attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a beautiful addition to gardens and natural landscapes.
Germination Guide
🌍 East Africa, Madagascar, Comoros, Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, southern China
Difficult
Woodfordia fruticosa (Fire-flame bush) is an evergreen shrub from the Lythraceae family, native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has minute seeds requiring careful pre-treatment for successful propagation.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
7 – 30 days
Substrate moisture
💧 Medium
Seed Pre-treatment
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Soaking — 24 hours
Seeds should be soaked in water overnight to soften hard seed coat
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Hot water scarification
Soak seeds in water overnight to soften hard seed coat before sowing
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Additional notes
Seeds have hard, minute seed coats requiring pre-treatment; direct surface sowing in broken bricks more successful than standard seedbeds
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
light well-drained soil, broken bricks, potting mix
Recommended container
pots, trays, nursery beds
Growing Tips
Scatter seeds over surface and lightly push into soil without covering. Water gently to avoid washing seeds away. Natural germination occurs freely in open, well-drained ground but proves difficult in nursery conditions. Plant prefers sunny positions and requires full light. Germination completed within one month.
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