Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
distinctinervia
ID:
837096

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.P.Davis & Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Blumea 52: 256 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836431

Common Names

  • Psychotria distinctinervia
  • Distinctinervia Psychotria
  • Distinctinervia

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Description

Psychotria distinctinervia (also called Distinctinervia wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 5-10 meters. It is native to Madagascar and is found in lowland rainforests, dry deciduous forests, and spiny thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria distinctinervia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has fragrant, white and pink flowers that bloom in the spring. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria distinctinervia is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria distinctinervia is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is a warm-growing epiphyte that prefers bright, indirect light and regular waterings. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seedlings should be grown in a medium of sphagnum moss and perlite.

Where to Find Psychotria distinctinervia

Psychotria distinctinervia is native to Madagascar and can be found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the country.

Psychotria distinctinervia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria distinctinervia?

Psychotria distinctinervia

What type of plant is Psychotria distinctinervia?

Psychotria distinctinervia is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family.

Where is Psychotria distinctinervia found?

Psychotria distinctinervia is found in Madagascar.

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-373712: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.