Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
davidsmithiana
ID:
1334052

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Novon 24: 429 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346506


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Description

Psychotria davidsmithiana (also called David Smith's Psychotria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of South America, where it is found in moist forests. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, wetlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria davidsmithiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria davidsmithiana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria davidsmithiana can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be grown in partial shade and should be watered regularly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Where to Find Psychotria davidsmithiana

Psychotria davidsmithiana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Psychotria davidsmithiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria davidsmithiana?

Psychotria davidsmithiana

What is the common name of Psychotria davidsmithiana?

David Smith's Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria davidsmithiana?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.