Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
jinotegensis
ID:
286898

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Nelson, Ant.Molina & Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 50: 1 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286230

Common Names

  • Jinotegensis Psychotria
  • Wild Coffee
  • Mountain Coffee

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Description

Psychotria jinotegensis (also called Jinotega Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. Its leaves are opposite, elliptic to oblong, 6–12 cm long, and 3–6 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria jinotegensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psychotria jinotegensis var. jinotegensis
Psychotria jinotegensis var. morazanensis C.W.Ham.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria jinotegensis is a small white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, upright plant with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria jinotegensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Psychotria jinotegensis

Psychotria jinotegensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Psychotria jinotegensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria jinotegensis?

Psychotria jinotegensis

What is the common name of Psychotria jinotegensis?

Jinotega Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria jinotegensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-168431: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
José Antonio Molina Rositto (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ant.Molina' in the authors string.
Cirilo Nelson (1938-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Nelson' in the authors string.