Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rabeniana
ID:
287962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(5): 264 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287294

Common Names

  • Psychotria rabeniana
  • Raben's Psychotria
  • Raben's Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga schumanniana Kuntze [valid]

Description

Psychotria rabeniana (also called Raben's wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to Central America and is found in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria rabeniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria rabeniana is a small white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small black or brown seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria rabeniana 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 rabeniana can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Psychotria rabeniana

Psychotria rabeniana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Psychotria rabeniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria rabeniana?

Psychotria rabeniana

What are the uses of Psychotria rabeniana?

Psychotria rabeniana is used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria rabeniana?

Psychotria rabeniana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

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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