Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hamifera
ID:
1512385

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Candollea 75(2): 171. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001709

Common Names

  • Psychotria Hamifera
  • Coffee Bush
  • Coffeeberry

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Description

Psychotria hamifera (also called 'Hamiferous Psychotria', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria hamifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and preserves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria hamifera has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria hamifera is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the stems, and place them in a container filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm place with indirect sunlight. The cuttings should take root within a few weeks. For cultivation, Psychotria hamifera prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Psychotria hamifera

Psychotria hamifera is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern part of the island.

Psychotria hamifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria hamifera?

Psychotria hamifera

What is the common name of Psychotria hamifera?

Coffeeberry

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria hamifera?

Tropical forests of Central and 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,

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,