Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
calothyrsus
ID:
285893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 7: 102 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285225

Common Names

  • Calothyrsus Psychotria
  • Calothyrsus Wild Coffee
  • Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga calothyrsus Baill. [valid]

Description

Psychotria calothyrsus (also called White-flowered Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows up to 8 m (26 ft) tall and has white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria calothyrsus is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria calothyrsus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria calothyrsus 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 calothyrsus

Psychotria calothyrsus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Psychotria calothyrsus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria calothyrsus?

Psychotria calothyrsus

What is the common name of Psychotria calothyrsus?

Large-flowered wild coffee

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria calothyrsus?

Dry forests and thickets

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-167495: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.