Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
abouabouensis
ID:
285432

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schnell) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 30: 260 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284764

Common Names

  • Abouabouensis Psychotria
  • Mountain Psychotria
  • Tropical Psychotria

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Synonyms

  • Cephaëlis abouabouensis Schnell [valid]

Description

Psychotria abouabouensis (also called Abouabou psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in humid tropical forests, as well as disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria abouabouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria abouabouensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria abouabouensis is a tropical shrub that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is tolerant of drought and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Psychotria abouabouensis

Psychotria abouabouensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Psychotria abouabouensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria abouabouensis?

Psychotria abouabouensis

What is the common name of Psychotria abouabouensis?

Abouabou psychotria

What is the native range of Psychotria abouabouensis?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Psychotria genus

Psychotria abdita, Psychotria aborensis, Psychotria abouabouensis, Psychotria acreana, Psychotria acuminatissima, Psychotria acutiflora, Psychotria adafoana, Psychotria adamsonii, Psychotria adenophylla, Psychotria aemulans, Psychotria agamae, Psychotria aganosmifolia, Psychotria aguilarii, Psychotria alainii, Psychotria alaotrensis, Psychotria alatipes, Psychotria alba, Psychotria albicaulis, Psychotria albomarginata, Psychotria alemquerensis, Psychotria alfaroana, Psychotria alibertioides, Psychotria alluviorum, Psychotria alpestris, Psychotria alsophila, Psychotria alticola, Psychotria altiplanensis, Psychotria amaracarpoides, Psychotria ambohimitombensis, Psychotria amboniana, Psychotria amieuensis, Psychotria ammericola, Psychotria ampla, Psychotria amplifrons, Psychotria amplissima, Psychotria amplithyrsa, Psychotria ampullacea, Psychotria anamallayana, Psychotria anartiothrix, Psychotria anceps, Psychotria andaiensis, Psychotria andamanica, Psychotria andersonii, Psychotria andevorantensis, Psychotria anemothyrsus, Psychotria angulata, Psychotria angustata, Psychotria anisocephala, Psychotria ankasensis, Psychotria antenniformis,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-167068: Based on the initial data import
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Raymond Albert Alfred Schnell (1913-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schnell' in the authors string.