Abstract:

‘Chixia’, a new variety, was selected from the open-pollinated seedlings of Lagerstroemia indica ‘Victor’. It bears lush flowers with red, gorgeous color, and fragrant. Those traits have been certified to be stable after multiple years of propagation. The variety has strong adaptability, with excellent ornamental value in summer. It can be propagated through cuttings and grafting, and suitable for landscape greening in its suitable areas.

Key words: ‘Chixia’, Lagerstroemia indica, variety