Psychotria elmeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elmeri
ID:
286356
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 291 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285688
Common Names
- Psychotria elmeri
- Elmer's Psychotria
- Elmer Psychotria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psychotria elmeri (also called Elmer's 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 elmeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria elmeri is a small white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychotria elmeri is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or air layering.
Where to Find Psychotria elmeri
Psychotria elmeri can be found in tropical Africa.
Psychotria elmeri FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria elmeri?
Psychotria elmeri is found in tropical rainforests, from Mexico to Brazil.
What type of soil does Psychotria elmeri prefer?
Psychotria elmeri prefers moist, well-drained soil.
What is the average height of Psychotria elmeri?
Psychotria elmeri typically grows to a height of 3 to 5 feet.
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-167922: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.