Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
heteromorpha
ID:
286705

Status:
valid

Authors:
Korth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ned. Kruidk. Arch. 2(2): 244 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286037

Common Names

  • Heteromorpha Psychotria
  • Wild Coffee
  • Mountain Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga heteromorpha Kuntze [valid]

Description

Psychotria heteromorpha (also called Variable-Shaped Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical wet forests and tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria heteromorpha 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 heteromorpha 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 heteromorpha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Psychotria heteromorpha

Psychotria heteromorpha can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Psychotria heteromorpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria heteromorpha?

Psychotria heteromorpha

What is the common name of Psychotria heteromorpha?

Different-shaped Psychotria

What type of plant is Psychotria heteromorpha?

Psychotria heteromorpha 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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