Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
paloensis
ID:
287651

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 1: 65 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286983

Common Names

  • Psychotria paloensis
  • Paloensis Wild Coffee
  • Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Grumilea paloensis Merr. [valid]

Description

Psychotria paloensis (also called Pachystachys, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has opposite leaves, and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria paloensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psychotria paloensis var. paloensis
Psychotria paloensis var. bukidnonensis Sohmer & A.P.Davis
Psychotria paloensis var. ovatifolia Sohmer & A.P.Davis
Psychotria paloensis var. subelliptifolia Sohmer & A.P.Davis
Psychotria paloensis var. wenzeliana Sohmer & A.P.Davis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psychotria paloensis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria paloensis is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny spot and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Psychotria paloensis

Psychotria paloensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Psychotria paloensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria paloensis?

Psychotria paloensis

Where is Psychotria paloensis found?

Psychotria paloensis is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Psychotria paloensis?

Psychotria paloensis is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.

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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