• ASHWINI BHALCHANDRA PHOKMARE

The present study investigates the nectar properties with phenology and dynamics of Ixora coccinea in its natural habitat. Ixora coccinea's ornamental appeal and ecological significance as a consistent source of nectar and pollen for visiting pollinators over a lengthy period of time are highlighted by its protracted flowering period, which lasts more than seven months. Fluctuation in volume and concentration of nectar were marked. The species strategy of attracting both early and late daytime pollinators is highlighted by its extended nectar supply. Systematic field observations were carried out to record key phenological events, including onset, peak, and termination of flowering, along with anthesis, anther dehiscence, and nectar secretion timing. Nectar volume, concentration, and total sugar amount were quantified using standard microcapillary and refractometric methods.

Nectar, volume, concentration, phenology etc.

"NECTAR PROPERTIES AND FLOWERING PHENOLOGY OF IXORA COCCINEA L.: AN ECOLOGICAL STUDY OF FLORAL DYNAMICS”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 9, page no.e794-e798, September-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2509495.pdf

"NECTAR PROPERTIES AND FLOWERING PHENOLOGY OF IXORA COCCINEA L.: AN ECOLOGICAL STUDY OF FLORAL DYNAMICS”", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 9, page no. ppe794-e798, September-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2509495.pdf