Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Krause
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 57: 47 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284829
Common Names
- Alluviorum Psychotria
- Psychotria Alluviorum
- Alluviorum
Description
Psychotria alluviorum (also called Alluvial Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has simple, opposite leaves and white flowers with four petals. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria alluviorum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria alluviorum is a small white flower with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria alluviorum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and dip it in rooting hormone before planting it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. The plant can be transplanted outdoors once it is established.
Where to Find Psychotria alluviorum
Psychotria alluviorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Psychotria alluviorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria alluviorum?
Psychotria alluviorum
What is the common name of Psychotria alluviorum?
Alluviorum
Where is Psychotria alluviorum found?
Central and South America
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,