Status:
valid
Authors:
W.N.Takeuchi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Sida 20: 1514 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336361
Common Names
- Psychotria bulilimontis
- Bulilimontis Psychotria
- Bulilimontis Psychotria Plant
Description
Psychotria bulilimontis (also called Bulilimonti's psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria bulilimontis has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Psychotria bulilimontis var. bulilimontis
Psychotria bulilimontis var. aestuarii W.N.Takeuchi
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Psychotria bulilimontis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria bulilimontis is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Central America and grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Psychotria bulilimontis
Psychotria bulilimontis is native to Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Psychotria bulilimontis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria bulilimontis?
Psychotria bulilimontis
What is the common name of Psychotria bulilimontis?
Bulilimontis Psychotria
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria bulilimontis?
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,