Psychotria rhombibractea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhombibractea
ID:
1248002
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor & M.T.Campos
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 118 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247340
Common Names
- Psychotria Rhombibractea
- Rhombibractea Psychotria
- Psychotria Rhombibractea Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psychotria rhombibractea (also called Diamond-Leaved Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is a woody shrub that grows in tropical forests and is characterized by its thick, woody stems and large, diamond-shaped leaves. The flowers are white or yellow and the fruits are small, round capsules.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria rhombibractea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psychotria rhombibractea has small, white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychotria rhombibractea can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Psychotria rhombibractea
Psychotria rhombibractea is native to China and can be found in the Yunnan province.
Psychotria rhombibractea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria rhombibractea?
Psychotria rhombibractea
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria rhombibractea?
It is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
What are the common uses of Psychotria rhombibractea?
It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for animals.
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 tro-50141125: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Marina Thereza V. do Amaral Campos (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.T.Campos' in the authors string.