Status:
valid
Authors:
(K.Schum.) E.M.A.Petit
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 34: 81 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285917
Common Names
- Psychotria goetzei
- Black-eyed Susan
- Wild Coffee
Synonyms
- Grumilea goetzei K.Schum. [valid]
Description
Psychotria goetzei (also called Goetze's Psychotria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and yellow-green fruits. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria goetzei is used as a medicinal plant 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Psychotria goetzei var. goetzei
Psychotria goetzei var. platyphylla (K.Schum.) E.M.A.Petit
Psychotria goetzei var. meridiana E.M.A.Petit
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria goetzei is white or pinkish, with a yellow center, and grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria goetzei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Where to Find Psychotria goetzei
Psychotria goetzei can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Psychotria goetzei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria goetzei?
Psychotria goetzei
What is the common name of Psychotria goetzei?
Goetze's Psychotria
What is the family of Psychotria goetzei?
Rubiaceae
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,