Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
roseata
ID:
288064

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fosberg) A.C.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 23: 375 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287396

Common Names

  • Psychotria roseata
  • Roseata Psychotria
  • Roseata Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Readea roseata Fosberg [valid]

Description

Psychotria roseata (also called Roseate Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and black fruits. It is native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria roseata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and inflammation. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria roseata is small and pink, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria roseata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Psychotria roseata

Psychotria roseata is found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Psychotria roseata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria roseata?

Psychotria roseata

Where is Psychotria roseata found?

Psychotria roseata is found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Brazil.

What is the growth habit of Psychotria roseata?

Psychotria roseata is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 4 meters in height.

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-169525: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.