Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
negrosensis
ID:
287461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 2: 520 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286793

Common Names

  • Psychotria negrosensis
  • Negros Psychotria
  • Tropical Snowbush

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Synonyms

  • Grumilea negrosensis Merr. [valid]

Description

Psychotria negrosensis (also called 'Negros Whiteweed', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist forests and along rivers and streams, and can reach heights of up to 10 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria negrosensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in tropical regions. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria negrosensis has small white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria negrosensis 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 negrosensis

Psychotria negrosensis is native to tropical Asia and can be found in wet forests.

Psychotria negrosensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria negrosensis?

Psychotria negrosensis

What is the family of Psychotria negrosensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Psychotria negrosensis?

Negros Psychotria

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,

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