Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
malaloensis
ID:
287227

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 27: 206 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286559

Common Names

  • Psychotria malaloensis
  • Malalo Psychotria
  • Malalo Wild Coffee

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Description

Psychotria malaloensis (also called Malalo Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Solomon Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria malaloensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria malaloensis has small white flowers with yellow or red centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria malaloensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland rainforest and wet savanna. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Psychotria malaloensis

Psychotria malaloensis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Psychotria malaloensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria malaloensis?

Psychotria malaloensis

What is the common name of Psychotria malaloensis?

Malalo Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria malaloensis?

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-168738: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.