Family: Rubiaceae

High Risk Traits:

• Thrives in tropical climates
  
• Possibly naturalized in Japan and Colombia (South America)
  
• Reproduces by seeds
  
• Hybridizes with other Ixora species
  
• Exhibits some self-compatibility
  
• Seeds dispersed by birds and intentionally by people

Low Risk Traits:

• No reports of detrimental impacts or invasiveness
  
• Unarmed (no spines, thorns, or burrs)
  
• Non-toxic
  
• Ornamental value
  
• Limited seed production in cultivation reduces risk of accidental or long-distance dispersal
  
• Not reported to spread vegetatively