Status:
valid
Authors:
Guillaumin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. Mém. 3(5): 35 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287469
Common Names
- Psychotria saltiensis
- Saltiensis Psychotria
- Saltiensis Wild Coffee
Synonyms
- Psychotria balansae Guillaumin [illegitimate]
- Uragoga balansae Baill. [valid]
- Psychotria mons-mi Ruhsam [valid]
- Mapouria balansae Beauvis. [valid]
- Cephaëlis balansae S.Moore [valid]
- Cephaëlis saltiensis S.Moore [valid]
Description
Psychotria saltiensis (also called 'Saltiensis', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and is found in wet forests, along streams, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria saltiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria saltiensis is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria saltiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Psychotria saltiensis
Psychotria saltiensis is native to Central and South America.
Psychotria saltiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria saltiensis?
Psychotria saltiensis
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria saltiensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.
What are the uses of Psychotria saltiensis?
It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
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,