Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
storckii
ID:
288357

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. : 135 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287689

Common Names

  • Psychotria Storckii
  • Storckii Psychotria
  • Psychotria Storckii Plant

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria degeneri Fosberg [valid]

Description

Psychotria storckii (also called 'Tropical Whitewood', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in lowland rainforests, wet montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria storckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and inflammation. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria storckii is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria storckii is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is found in tropical forests, at elevations of 0-1300 m. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Psychotria storckii

Psychotria storckii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Psychotria storckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria storckii?

Psychotria storckii

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria storckii?

It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

What are the common uses of Psychotria storckii?

It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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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