Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
287025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 964 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286357

Common Names

  • Psychotria laxiflora
  • Loose-flowered Psychotria
  • Loose-flowered Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria scandens Reinw. ex Miq. [valid]
  • Uragoga laxiflora Kuntze [valid]

Description

Psychotria laxiflora (also called Loose-flowered Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, white flowers and grows in forests, woodlands, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in tropical regions. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria laxiflora is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria laxiflora is a tropical shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Psychotria laxiflora

Psychotria laxiflora is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America.

Psychotria laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria laxiflora?

Psychotria laxiflora

What type of plant is Psychotria laxiflora?

Psychotria laxiflora is a shrub

Where is Psychotria laxiflora found?

Psychotria laxiflora is found in Central and South America

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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