Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
polyphylla
ID:
287861

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 54(5): 131 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287193

Common Names

  • Psychotria polyphylla
  • Many-leaved Psychotria
  • Wild Coffee

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Description

Psychotria polyphylla (also called Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria polyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria polyphylla is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria polyphylla is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a shallow container and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Psychotria polyphylla can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Psychotria polyphylla

Psychotria polyphylla is native to tropical areas of Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean.

Psychotria polyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria polyphylla?

Psychotria polyphylla

What is the common name of Psychotria polyphylla?

Large-leaved Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria polyphylla?

Tropical rainforests

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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