Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
trichotoma
ID:
288560

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Martens & Galeotti

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Roy. Sci. Bruxelles 11(1): 227 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287892

Common Names

  • Psychotria trichotoma
  • White-veined Psychotria
  • White-veined Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Mapouria latifolia Rusby [valid]
  • Psychotria glabristipula Steyerm. [valid]
  • Psychotria trichotoma trichophylla Steyerm. [valid]
  • Uragoga trichotoma (M.Martens & Galeotti) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Psychotria trichotoma (also called Hairy-topped 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 trichotoma 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 trichotoma 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 trichotoma is a tropical shrub native to the Caribbean islands of Jamaica and Cuba. It is a fast-growing species that can reach a height of up to 4 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Psychotria trichotoma

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

Psychotria trichotoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria trichotoma?

Psychotria trichotoma

What is the common name of Psychotria trichotoma?

Trichotoma

What type of plant is Psychotria trichotoma?

Psychotria trichotoma is a shrub or small tree.

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-169994: Based on the initial data import
Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.