Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
diffusa
ID:
286255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 1(Suppl.): 134 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285587

Common Names

  • Diffusa Psychotria
  • Psychotria Diffusa
  • Psychotria diffusa

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Description

Psychotria diffusa (also called diffuse wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland forests and secondary forests. It has elliptic to oblong leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria diffusa has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make a tea with a pleasant flavor.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psychotria diffusa var. cervina Elmer
Psychotria diffusa var. diffusa
Psychotria diffusa var. agusanensis (Elmer) Merr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria diffusa is a small, white, four-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria diffusa 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 plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Psychotria diffusa

Psychotria diffusa can be found in Central and South America.

Psychotria diffusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria diffusa?

Psychotria diffusa

What is the common name of Psychotria diffusa?

Diffuse Wild Coffee

What is the family of Psychotria diffusa?

Rubiaceae

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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