Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
simmondsiana
ID:
288261

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Dept. Agric. Brisbane Bot. Bull. 2: 13 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287593

Common Names

  • Simmonds' Psychotria
  • Simmonds' Wild Coffee
  • Simmonds' Wild Tea

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria simmondsiana glabrescens F.M.Bailey [valid]

Description

Psychotria simmondsiana (also called 'Kahili-Ginger', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in tropical rainforests, wet forests, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria simmondsiana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria simmondsiana is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria simmondsiana is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 6 m (20 ft) tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Psychotria simmondsiana

Psychotria simmondsiana can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Psychotria simmondsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria simmondsiana?

Psychotria simmondsiana

What is the common name of Psychotria simmondsiana?

Simmonds' Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria simmondsiana?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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