Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
trichantha
ID:
288545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 20: 169 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287877

Common Names

  • Psychotria trichanthera
  • Hairy-anthered Psychotria
  • Hairy-anthered Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Cremocarpon trichanthum (Baker) Bremek. [valid]

Description

Psychotria trichantha (also called Bristly Psychotria, 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 Central and South America, and is found in lowland and montane rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria trichantha is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria trichantha has five white petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria trichantha is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Psychotria trichantha

Psychotria trichantha can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Psychotria trichantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria trichantha?

Psychotria trichantha

What are the common names of Psychotria trichantha?

Trichantha wild coffee

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria trichantha?

Tropical rainforests of Colombia

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,