Psychotria amplithyrsa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplithyrsa
ID:
285534
Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 485 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284866
Common Names
- Amplithyrsa Psychotria
- Amplithyrsa Wild Coffee
- Amplithyrsa Psychotria
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Psychotria amplithyrsa (also called Large-Thyrse Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in moist forests, thickets, and along roadsides. It has small, white flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria amplithyrsa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria amplithyrsa is a small white flower with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychotria amplithyrsa can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil mix moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.
Where to Find Psychotria amplithyrsa
Psychotria amplithyrsa is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Psychotria amplithyrsa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria amplithyrsa?
Psychotria amplithyrsa
Where is Psychotria amplithyrsa found?
It is found in Central America.
What type of plant is Psychotria amplithyrsa?
It is a shrub or small tree.
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-167161: Based on the initial data import
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.