Species:
hilonghilongensis
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sohmer & A.P.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Sida, Bot. Misc. 27: 220 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809876
Common Names
- Hilong-Hilong Psychotria
- Hilong Psychotria
- Hilong-Hilong Wild Coffee
Description
Psychotria hilonghilongensis (also called Hilong-hilong, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria hilonghilongensis is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being used to treat fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria hilonghilongensis is small and white, with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small and pale green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria hilonghilongensis is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most successful method of propagation. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Psychotria hilonghilongensis
Psychotria hilonghilongensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Palawan, Mindoro, and Masbate.
Psychotria hilonghilongensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria hilonghilongensis?
Psychotria hilonghilongensis
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria hilonghilongensis?
Psychotria hilonghilongensis is found in tropical forests in the Philippines.
What is the size of Psychotria hilonghilongensis?
Psychotria hilonghilongensis is a small shrub, usually growing to a height of 1-2 m.
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,