Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
bugoyensis
ID:
285843

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Krause

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Wiss. Erg. Deut. Zentr.-Afr. Exped., Bot. 2: 334 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285175

Common Names

  • Psychotria bugoyensis
  • Bugoy Psychotria
  • Bugoy Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria rugegensis K.Krause [valid]

Description

Psychotria bugoyensis (also called Bugoy Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with opposite, ovate to oblong-lanceolate leaves, native to Costa Rica and Panama. It grows in wet forests, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria bugoyensis has been used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria bugoyensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria bugoyensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Psychotria bugoyensis

Psychotria bugoyensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests.

Psychotria bugoyensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria bugoyensis?

Psychotria bugoyensis

What family does Psychotria bugoyensis belong to?

Rubiaceae

Where is Psychotria bugoyensis found?

Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-167448: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.