Status:
valid
Authors:
Razafim. & B.Bremer
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 101: 1116 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315218
Common Names
- Schatzii Psychotria
- Schatzii Psychotria
- Schatzii Wild Coffee
Description
Psychotria schatzii (also called Schatz's wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has oval-shaped, dark green leaves. It grows in humid forests and is often found in shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria schatzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria schatzii is a white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with four lobes. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria schatzii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be kept out of direct sunlight.
Where to Find Psychotria schatzii
Psychotria schatzii is native to Madagascar.
Psychotria schatzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychotria schatzii?
Psychotria schatzii
What is the natural habitat of Psychotria schatzii?
Dry deciduous forests and scrublands
What is the flowering period of Psychotria schatzii?
April to May
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,