Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kuntze) E.M.A.Petit
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 34: 48 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285697
Common Names
- Psychotria eminiana
- Eminiana Psychotria
- Eminian Psychotria
Synonyms
- Uragoga eminiana Kuntze [valid]
Description
Psychotria eminiana (also called Emin's wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It grows up to 29 m tall, with opposite, elliptic to oblong leaves. It is found in dry deciduous forests, and in disturbed areas such as roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria eminiana 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Psychotria eminiana var. eminiana
Psychotria eminiana var. heteroclada E.M.A.Petit
Psychotria eminiana var. tenuifolia Verdc.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria eminiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria eminiana 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 eminiana
Psychotria eminiana can be found in tropical Africa.
Psychotria eminiana FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria eminiana?
Psychotria eminiana is found in tropical rainforests, from Mexico to Brazil.
What type of soil does Psychotria eminiana prefer?
Psychotria eminiana prefers moist, well-drained soil.
What is the average height of Psychotria eminiana?
Psychotria eminiana 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,