Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
meeboldii
ID:
287289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deb & M.Gangop.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 81: 442 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286621

Common Names

  • Meeboldii Psychotria
  • Meeboldii Wild Coffee
  • Psychotria Meeboldii

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Description

Psychotria meeboldii (also called White-veined Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white-veined leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and grows in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria meeboldii is used in traditional medicine as a treatment for fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria meeboldii is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria meeboldii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Psychotria meeboldii

Psychotria meeboldii can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Psychotria meeboldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria meeboldii?

Psychotria meeboldii

What is the common name of Psychotria meeboldii?

Meebold's Wild Coffee

Where is Psychotria meeboldii native to?

Southern Mexico and Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-168795: Based on the initial data import
Debendra Bijoy Deb (1924-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deb' in the authors string.
Mohan Gangopadhyay (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Gangop.' in the authors string.