Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cagayanensis
ID:
285872

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 52 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285204

Common Names

  • Cagayan Psychotria
  • Cagayan Wild Coffee
  • Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Grumilea cagayanensis Merr. [valid]

Description

Psychotria cagayanensis (also called Cagayanensis Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 m in height. It has white flowers and is native to tropical Africa. It typically grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria cagayanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria cagayanensis is white, with a yellow center and a short corolla tube. The seed is small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria cagayanensis 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 semi-hardwood and placed in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Psychotria cagayanensis

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

Psychotria cagayanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria cagayanensis?

Psychotria cagayanensis

What is the family of Psychotria cagayanensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Psychotria cagayanensis?

Cagayan Psychotria

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,

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