Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
sacciformis
ID:
337049

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 131 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336381

Common Names

  • Psychotria sacciformis
  • Sacciformis Psychotria
  • Sacciformis Psychotria Plant

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Description

Psychotria sacciformis (also called 'Sac-shaped Psychotria', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to tropical Asia and Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has ovate leaves. It is found in rainforests, secondary forests, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria sacciformis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria sacciformis is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Central America and grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Psychotria sacciformis

Psychotria sacciformis is native to Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Psychotria sacciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria sacciformis?

Psychotria sacciformis

What is the family of Psychotria sacciformis?

Rubiaceae

What is the distribution of Psychotria sacciformis?

Central America

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-216741: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.