Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
gibbsiae
ID:
286551

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 39: 152 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285883

Common Names

  • Gibbs' Psychotria
  • Gibbs' Wild Coffee
  • Gibbs' Wild Tea

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria neurocalyx Gillespie [valid]
  • Calycodendron gibbsiae (S.Moore) A.C.Sm. [valid]

Description

Psychotria gibbsiae (also called Gibbs' Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria gibbsiae is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Psychotria gibbsiae are white and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria gibbsiae is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize every few months.

Where to Find Psychotria gibbsiae

Psychotria gibbsiae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Psychotria gibbsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria gibbsiae?

Psychotria gibbsiae

What type of plant is Psychotria gibbsiae?

Herbaceous shrub

Where is Psychotria gibbsiae native to?

Tropical America

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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