Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cuernosensis
ID:
286176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 2: 521 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285508

Common Names

  • Psychotria cuernosensis
  • Cuernosensis Psychotria
  • Cuernosensis Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria mearnsii Merr. [valid]

Description

Psychotria cuernosensis (also called Cuernos Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has opposite, elliptic to oblong-lanceolate leaves, white flowers, and red fruits. It is found in wet forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria cuernosensis can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria cuernosensis is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria cuernosensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 70-80°F (21-27°C).

Where to Find Psychotria cuernosensis

Psychotria cuernosensis is native to Colombia.

Psychotria cuernosensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria cuernosensis?

Psychotria cuernosensis

What is the family of Psychotria cuernosensis?

Rubiaceae

What are the common names of Psychotria cuernosensis?

Cuernos Psychotria, Cuernos Wild Coffee

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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