Psychotria guianensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
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Species:
guianensis
ID:
1581862
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aubl.) Clos
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042745
Common Names
- Psychotria
- Guiana Wild Coffee
- Guiana Coffee
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psychotria guianensis (also called 'Guianese Psychotria', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria guianensis is used primarily for its ornamental value in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as its leaves are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psychotria guianensis has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychotria guianensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Psychotria guianensis
Psychotria guianensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Psychotria guianensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria guianensis?
Psychotria guianensis
What is the common name of Psychotria guianensis?
Guiana Psychotria
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria guianensis?
Tropical rainforests of South 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,
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