Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
deltata
ID:
1519772

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Turner

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 361(2): 185. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006502

Common Names

  • Deltata Psychotria
  • Psychotria deltata
  • Deltata

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Description

Psychotria deltata (also called 'Wild Coffee' and 'Wild Jamaica Coffee', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in tropical forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria deltata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria deltata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria deltata is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Psychotria deltata

Psychotria deltata is native to Mexico and can be found in parts of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Psychotria deltata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria deltata?

Psychotria deltata

What is the common name of Psychotria deltata?

Delta Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria deltata?

It is found in tropical rainforests in 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,