Psychotria minuta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minuta
ID:
287363
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.M.A.Petit
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 34: 164 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286695
Common Names
- Psychotria minuta
- Minuta Psychotria
- Minuta Wild Coffee
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psychotria minuta (also called Small Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in wet forests, along streams, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria minuta is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Psychotria minuta 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychotria minuta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Psychotria minuta
Psychotria minuta can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Psychotria minuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria minuta?
Psychotria minuta
What type of plant is Psychotria minuta?
Psychotria minuta is a shrub or small tree.
Where is Psychotria minuta found?
Psychotria minuta 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-168865: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Marie Antoine Petit (1927-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.A.Petit' in the authors string.