Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
paludosa
ID:
287654

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(5): 367 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000286986

Common Names

  • Psychotria paludosa
  • Paludosa Wild Coffee
  • Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria trichoclada Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Psychotria trichoneura Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Uragoga paludosa (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Uragoga trichoclada (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Uragoga trichoneura (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Psychotria paludosa (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 paludosa 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria paludosa is white with a yellow center and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria paludosa 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 paludosa

Psychotria paludosa can be found in wetland habitats in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Psychotria paludosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria paludosa?

Psychotria paludosa

Where is Psychotria paludosa found?

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

What is the growth habit of Psychotria paludosa?

Psychotria paludosa 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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