Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
chartacea
ID:
285999

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 477 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285331

Common Names

  • Chartacea Wild Coffee
  • Wild Coffee
  • Chartacea

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Description

Psychotria chartacea (also called Pigeonberry, Wild Coffee, and Wild Java, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is usually found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas. It has small, white flowers and small, red berries.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria chartacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria chartacea is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria chartacea is a tropical shrub that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Psychotria chartacea

Psychotria chartacea is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical forests, particularly in wetter areas.

Psychotria chartacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria chartacea?

Psychotria chartacea

What is the common name of Psychotria chartacea?

Chartaceous Psychotria

Where is Psychotria chartacea found?

Psychotria chartacea is found in Mexico, Central America, and Colombia.

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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