Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ealaensis
ID:
286327

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Miss. Ém. Laurent 1: 348 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285659

Common Names

  • Eala Psychotria
  • Eala Wild Coffee
  • Eala Wild Java

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Synonyms

  • Grumilea ealaensis De Wild. [valid]

Description

Psychotria ealaensis (also called Eala Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub or tree native to Central and South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria ealaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Psychotria ealaensis are small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria ealaensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Psychotria ealaensis

Psychotria ealaensis can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Psychotria ealaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria ealaensis?

Psychotria ealaensis

What is the common name of Psychotria ealaensis?

Eala Psychotria

What type of plant is Psychotria ealaensis?

Evergreen shrub

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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