Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hawaiiensis
ID:
286673

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Fosberg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 23: 43 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286005

Common Names

  • Hawaiiensis Psychotria
  • Hawaiiensis Wild Coffee
  • Hawaiiensis Wild Psychotria

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria hawaiiensis glomerata (Rock) Fosberg [valid]
  • Psychotria hawaiiensis hillebrandii (Rock) Fosberg [valid]
  • Psychotria hawaiiensis scoriacea (Rock) Fosberg [valid]
  • Straussia glomerata Rock [valid]
  • Straussia hawaiensis A.Gray [valid]
  • Straussia hillebrandii Rock [valid]
  • Straussia oncocarpa scoriacea Rock [valid]

Description

Psychotria hawaiiensis (also called Hawaiiensis 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 hawaiiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Psychotria hawaiiensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria hawaiiensis is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Psychotria hawaiiensis

Psychotria hawaiiensis is native to tropical regions of the Hawaiian Islands.

Psychotria hawaiiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria hawaiiensis?

Psychotria hawaiiensis

Where is Psychotria hawaiiensis found?

Psychotria hawaiiensis is found in Hawaii.

What type of plant is Psychotria hawaiiensis?

Psychotria hawaiiensis 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-168216: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.