Description
Psychotria surianii (also called Surian's Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical wet, moist, and dry forests. It has simple, opposite leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Psychotria surianii has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a food source and as a source of dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychotria surianii is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychotria surianii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Psychotria surianii
Psychotria surianii is native to tropical America and can be found in moist forests and along streams in Mexico, Central America, and South America.