Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
balansae
ID:
285680

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 353 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285012

Common Names

  • Balansae Psychotria
  • Psychotria
  • Balansae

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Description

Psychotria balansae (also called Balansa's Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Africa. It is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria balansae is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria balansae is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria balansae 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 balansae

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

Psychotria balansae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria balansae?

Psychotria balansae

What are the common names of Psychotria balansae?

No common names are known for this species.

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria balansae?

Psychotria balansae is found in wet forest areas in 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,