Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
papillata
ID:
287668

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Enum. Philipp. Fl. Pl. 3: 560 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287000

Common Names

  • Psychotria papillata
  • Papillata Wild Coffee
  • Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Grumilea papillata Merr. [valid]

Description

Psychotria papillata (also called Papillate wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria papillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria papillata is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria papillata 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 papillata

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

Psychotria papillata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria papillata?

Psychotria papillata

What type of plant is Psychotria papillata?

Psychotria papillata is a shrub or small tree

Where is Psychotria papillata found?

Psychotria papillata is found in Central and South America

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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