Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth. & Oerst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1852: 31 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285408
Common Names
- Psychotria concolor
- Concolor Psychotria
- Uniform Wild Coffee
Synonyms
- Uragoga concolor (Benth. & Oerst.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Psychotria concolor (also called white wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist forests, often near streams, at elevations up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria concolor has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It has also been used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria concolor is a small white or pinkish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria concolor is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is also tolerant of salt spray and wind. Pruning is recommended to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Psychotria concolor
Psychotria concolor is native to tropical regions in India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Psychotria concolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria concolor?
Psychotria concolor
What is the family of Psychotria concolor?
Rubiaceae
What is the native range of Psychotria concolor?
Central and South America
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,