Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
axilliflora
ID:
285663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 27: 204 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284995

Common Names

  • Axilliflora Psychotria
  • Axilliflora Wild Coffee
  • Axilliflora Wild Tea

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Description

Psychotria axilliflora (also called Axillary-flowered Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It has yellow-green leaves and yellow-orange flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria axilliflora is used as an ornamental plant and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria axilliflora is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria axilliflora is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in the summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 4-6 inches in length. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Psychotria axilliflora

Psychotria axilliflora is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Psychotria axilliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria axilliflora?

Psychotria axilliflora

What is the common name of Psychotria axilliflora?

Axillary-flowered Psychotria

What is the family of Psychotria axilliflora?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-167282: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.