Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cookei
ID:
286100

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.W.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 226: 34 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285432

Common Names

  • Cookei Psychotria
  • Cooke's Wild Coffee
  • Cookei Wild Coffee

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Description

Psychotria cookei (also called 'Cooke's Psychotria', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 2-4 m and has large, leathery leaves. It is found in wet forests and along streams, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria cookei is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It can also be used as a food source, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria cookei is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria cookei 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 cookei

Psychotria cookei is native to tropical regions in India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Psychotria cookei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria cookei?

Psychotria cookei

What is the family of Psychotria cookei?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Psychotria cookei?

Cooke's 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-167685: Based on the initial data import
John William Moore (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Moore' in the authors string.