Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
mendozii
ID:
810549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sohmer & A.P.Davis

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Sida, Bot. Misc. 27: 214 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809883

Common Names

  • Mendozii Psychotria
  • Mendozii Wild Coffee
  • Mendozii Psychotria

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Description

Psychotria mendozii (also called Mendoza's Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria mendozii is an ornamental plant, often used as a border or groundcover in gardens. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria mendozii is white with a yellow center and a tubular shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria mendozii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood, and should be rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Psychotria mendozii

Psychotria merrittioides is native to the Philippines and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Palawan, Mindoro, and Masbate.

Psychotria mendozii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria mendozii?

Psychotria mendozii

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria mendozii?

Psychotria mendozii is found in tropical forests in the Philippines.

What is the size of Psychotria mendozii?

Psychotria mendozii is a small shrub, usually growing to a height of 1-2 m.

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-348097: Based on the initial data import
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.
Seymour Hans Sohmer (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sohmer' in the authors string.