Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
capensis
ID:
285920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 25: 230 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285252

Common Names

  • Psychotria capensis
  • Capensis
  • Capensis Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga capensis Kuntze [valid]
  • Grumilea capensis Sond. [valid]
  • Psychotria capensis capensis [unknown]

Description

Psychotria capensis (also called Capensis 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 capensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used to treat fever, malaria, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psychotria capensis sub. capensis
Psychotria capensis var. puberula (E.M.A.Petit) Verdc.
Psychotria capensis sub. riparia (K.Schum. & K.Krause) Verdc.
Psychotria capensis var. pubescens (Sond.) E.M.A.Petit

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria capensis is white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria capensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Psychotria capensis prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Psychotria capensis

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

Psychotria capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria capensis?

Psychotria capensis

What family does Psychotria capensis belong to?

Rubiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria capensis?

Tropical rainforest

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-167519: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.