Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rufovaginata
ID:
288104

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 136 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287436

Common Names

  • Psychotria Rufovaginata
  • Rufous-sheathed Psychotria
  • Rufous-sheathed Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Uragoga rufovaginata M.Gómez [valid]

Description

Psychotria rufovaginata (also called Red-Vaginate Psychotria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. It is found in wet forests, often near streams, at elevations up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria rufovaginata is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria rufovaginata is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria rufovaginata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a pot of moist soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame or in a seedbed.

Where to Find Psychotria rufovaginata

Psychotria rufovaginata is native to Central and South America.

Psychotria rufovaginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria rufovaginata?

Psychotria rufovaginata

What is the common name of Psychotria rufovaginata?

No common name

Where is Psychotria rufovaginata native to?

Tropical Africa

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-169564: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.