Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
nilgiriensis
ID:
287495

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deb & M.Gangop.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 546 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286827

Common Names

  • Psychotria nilgiriensis
  • Nilgiriensis Psychotria
  • Tropical Snowbush

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria congesta (Wight & Arn.) Hook.f. [illegitimate]
  • Uragoga congesta Kuntze [valid]
  • Grumilea congesta Wight & Arn. [valid]

Description

Psychotria nilgiriensis (also called Nilgiri Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of India, and grows in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria nilgiriensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psychotria nilgiriensis var. astephana (Hook.f.) Deb & M.Gangop.
Psychotria nilgiriensis var. nilgiriensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria nilgiriensis is white and tubular with five petals. The seed is dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria nilgiriensis is a shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Psychotria nilgiriensis

Psychotria nilgiriensis is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Psychotria nilgiriensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria nilgiriensis?

Psychotria nilgiriensis

Where is Psychotria nilgiriensis found?

Psychotria nilgiriensis is found in India.

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria nilgiriensis?

Psychotria nilgiriensis is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

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-168986: 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.