Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
286599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 52 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285931

Common Names

  • Gracilipes Psychotria
  • Gracilipes Wild Coffee
  • Gracilipes Wild Psychotria

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria isarogensis Merr. [valid]
  • Grumilea gracilipes Merr. [valid]
  • Grumilea isarogensis Merr. [valid]

Description

Psychotria gracilipes (also called Slender-stalked 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 gracilipes has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria gracilipes 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria gracilipes 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 gracilipes

Psychotria gracilipes can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Psychotria gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria gracilipes?

Psychotria gracilipes

Where is Psychotria gracilipes found?

Psychotria gracilipes is found in Colombia.

What type of plant is Psychotria gracilipes?

Psychotria gracilipes is a shrub or small tree.

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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