Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tahanensis
ID:
627012

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruhsam

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 116 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626344

Common Names

  • Psychotria tahanensis
  • Tahan Psychotria
  • Tahan's Psychotria

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria brachybotrys Ridl. [illegitimate]

Description

Psychotria tahanensis (also called Tahan Psychotria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous shrub native to Malaysia. It is characterized by its bright white flowers and its long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria tahanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria tahanensis is a small, white to pale yellow, tubular flower with five lobes and a yellow center. The seed of Psychotria tahanensis is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings of Psychotria tahanensis are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria tahanensis 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 healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Psychotria tahanensis

Psychotria tahanensis is native to Thailand.

Psychotria tahanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria tahanensis?

Psychotria tahanensis

What are the common names of Psychotria tahanensis?

Tahan Psychotria, Malaysian Psychotria

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria tahanensis?

Psychotria tahanensis is native to Malaysia.

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-274302: Based on the initial data import
Markus Ruhsam: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhsam' in the authors string.