Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
aristeguietae
ID:
285610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 6: 146 (1971 publ. 1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284942

Common Names

  • Psychotria Aristeguietae
  • Aristeguietae Psychotria
  • Psychotria Aristeguietae

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Description

Psychotria aristeguietae (also called Aristeguieta's wild coffee, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves, and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria aristeguietae has been used as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria aristeguietae has white flowers with 5 petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria aristeguietae can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Psychotria aristeguietae

Psychotria aristeguietae is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical forests, wet areas, and along roadsides.

Psychotria aristeguietae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria aristeguietae?

Psychotria aristeguietae

What is the common name of Psychotria aristeguietae?

Aristeguietae

What is the family of Psychotria aristeguietae?

Rubiaceae

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,

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