Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
merrillii
ID:
287319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kaneh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 46: 674 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286651

Common Names

  • Merrillii Psychotria
  • Melaneoides Psychotria
  • Mekongensis Psychotria

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Synonyms

  • Plectronia obovata Valeton [unknown]
  • Psychotria nanarautensis Kaneh. [illegitimate]

Description

Psychotria merrillii (also called Merrill's Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with large, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and grows in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria merrillii 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psychotria merrillii var. merrillii
Psychotria merrillii var. polyneura (Valeton) Fosberg & Sachet

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Psychotria merrillii has white or pink flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black, and shiny. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria merrillii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both should be placed in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Psychotria merrillii

Psychotria merrillii is native to the Philippines, where it can be found in lowland and montane forests.

Psychotria merrillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria merrillii?

Psychotria merrillii

What type of plant is Psychotria merrillii?

Psychotria merrillii is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Psychotria merrillii found?

Psychotria merrillii is found in Central America, from Nicaragua to Panama.

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