Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
blydeniae
ID:
1581631

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Lachenaud & Jongkind

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Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042647

Common Names

  • Psychotria blydeniae
  • Blyden's wild coffee
  • Blyden's psychotria

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Description

Psychotria blydeniae (also called Blyden's Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 11 meters in height. It is native to the rainforests of Central America and is found in humid forests and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria blydeniae is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria blydeniae is white and small, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white spotted pattern. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria blydeniae is a shrub that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to maintain the shape of the shrub.

Where to Find Psychotria blydeniae

Psychotria blydeniae is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical forests.

Psychotria blydeniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria blydeniae?

Psychotria blydeniae

What is the common name of Psychotria blydeniae?

Blyden's Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria blydeniae?

Tropical rainforests

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,