Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 171 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000285952
Common Names
- Griffithii Psychotria
- Griffithii Wild Coffee
- Griffithii Wild Psychotria
Synonyms
- Uragoga malaccensis Kuntze [valid]
Description
Psychotria griffithii (also called Griffith's Psychotria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves with a smooth margin and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria griffithii 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
Psychotria griffithii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria griffithii is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 6 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Psychotria griffithii
Psychotria griffithii can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Psychotria griffithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria griffithii?
Psychotria griffithii
What is the common name of Psychotria griffithii?
Griffith's Wild Coffee
What type of plant is Psychotria griffithii?
Evergreen shrub
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,