Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cordata
ID:
286110

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 4: 46 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285442

Common Names

  • Cordata Psychotria
  • Heart-Shaped Wild Coffee
  • Cordata Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga britteniana Kuntze [valid]
  • Uragoga cordata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Psychotria cordata (also called 'Heartleaf 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 cordata 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 cordata 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 cordata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Central America and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. It can also be propagated by cuttings or air layering.

Where to Find Psychotria cordata

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

Psychotria cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria cordata?

Psychotria cordata

What is the family of Psychotria cordata?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Psychotria cordata?

Cordata 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-167694: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.