Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
lepidocarpa
ID:
287050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Korth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ned. Kruidk. Arch. 2(2): 242 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286382

Common Names

  • Psychotria lepidocarpa
  • Lepidocarpa Psychotria
  • Lepidocarpa Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga lepidocarpa Kuntze [valid]

Description

Psychotria lepidocarpa (also called Lepidocarpa wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria lepidocarpa is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria lepidocarpa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Psychotria lepidocarpa

Psychotria lepidocarpa is native to Central and South America.

Psychotria lepidocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria lepidocarpa?

Psychotria lepidocarpa

What is the common name of Psychotria lepidocarpa?

Lepidocarpa Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria lepidocarpa?

Tropical rainforests

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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