Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
sulitii
ID:
810566

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & Quisumb. ex Sohmer & A.P.Davis

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Sida, Bot. Misc. 27: 100 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809900

Common Names

  • Sulitii Psychotria
  • Sulitii Wild Coffee
  • Sulitii Psychotria

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Description

Psychotria sulitii (also called 'Sulit Psychotria', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 3 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, in open or semi-shaded areas. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some drought.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria sulitii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria sulitii is white and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a greenish hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria sulitii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix, and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood, and should be rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Psychotria sulitii

Psychotria sulitii is native to the Philippines.

Psychotria sulitii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria sulitii?

Psychotria sulitii

Where is Psychotria sulitii found?

Psychotria sulitii is found in the Philippines.

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria sulitii?

Psychotria sulitii is found in tropical forests.

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-348117: Based on the initial data import
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Seymour Hans Sohmer (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sohmer' in the authors string.
Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.