Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
linearis
ID:
287099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bartl. ex DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 522 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286431

Common Names

  • Psychotria linearis
  • Linear Psychotria
  • Linear Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria depauperata Merr. [valid]
  • Uragoga linearis Kuntze [valid]
  • Amaracarpus longifolius Elmer [valid]

Description

Psychotria linearis (also called Linear wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in other wet habitats. The plant has dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge plant in tropical regions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Where to Find Psychotria linearis

Psychotria linearis can be found in the Philippines.

Psychotria linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria linearis?

Psychotria linearis

What is the common name of Psychotria linearis?

Linear Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria linearis?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-168618: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Gottlieb Bartling (1798-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartl.' in the authors string.