Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
fuscescens
ID:
286522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 478 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285854

Common Names

  • Psychotria fuscescens
  • Black-eyed Susan
  • Wild Coffee

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Description

Psychotria fuscescens (also called 'Dark Whiteweed', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in tropical forests, mangroves, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria fuscescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria fuscescens has white flowers with yellowish-green centers and small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria fuscescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Psychotria fuscescens

Psychotria fuscescens is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Psychotria fuscescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria fuscescens?

Psychotria fuscescens

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria fuscescens?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flowering season of Psychotria fuscescens?

Spring and summer

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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