Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
hypochlora
ID:
1249514

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
tro

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert. ii. 374 (1924).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248852

Common Names

  • Psychotria Hypochlora
  • Psychotria Hypochlorus
  • Psychotria Hypochlorum

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Description

Psychotria hypochlora (also called Psychotria hypochlora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States. It has alternate, simple, evergreen leaves that are 2-4 inches long and have a leathery texture. Its white flowers are small and fragrant. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in maritime forests, dunes, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria hypochlora is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria hypochlora is a white, star-shaped flower, and the seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaflets and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria hypochlora is an annual plant that is best grown from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring, in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 8-12 inches apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Propagation can also be done by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Psychotria hypochlora

Psychotria hypochlora is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia.

Psychotria hypochlora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria hypochlora?

Psychotria hypochlora

What is the family of Psychotria hypochlora?

Rubiaceae

Where is Psychotria hypochlora found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

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,