Psychotria paravillosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paravillosa
ID:
807067
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 151 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806401
Common Names
- Psychotria paravillosa
- Paravillosa Psychotria
- Paravillosa Psychotria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psychotria paravillosa (also called as Paravillosa Psychotria, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in the tropical rainforests of Ecuador. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall and has large, ovate leaves. It has small, white flowers with yellow-green lips. It is found in lowland forests at elevations of 100-500 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria paravillosa is a popular ornamental plant that is used to add a tropical feel to any room. It is also used in landscaping and can be used to create an attractive backdrop for other plants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psychotria paravillosa has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychotria paravillosa is an evergreen shrub native to Costa Rica. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Psychotria paravillosa
Psychotria paravillosa is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Psychotria paravillosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria paravillosa?
Psychotria paravillosa
What is the common name of Psychotria paravillosa?
Paravillosa Psychotria
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria paravillosa?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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-344666: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.