Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
tsiandroi
ID:
1302750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Razafim. & B.Bremer

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 101: 1116 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315204

Common Names

  • Psychotria tsiandroi
  • Tsiandroi psychotria
  • Tsiandroi psychotria

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Description

Psychotria tsiandroi (also called Tsiandroi wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It grows up to 3 meters tall and has oval-shaped, dark green leaves. It grows in humid forests and is often found in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria tsiandroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it contains compounds with anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Psychotria tsiandroi flower is a white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria tsiandroi is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is found in humid forests from sea level to 1,500 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots have formed.

Where to Find Psychotria tsiandroi

Psychotria tsiandroi is native to Madagascar.

Psychotria tsiandroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria tsiandroi?

Psychotria tsiandroi

What is the common name of Psychotria tsiandroi?

Tsiandro's Wild Coffee

Where is Psychotria tsiandroi found?

It is found in Madagascar

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

Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.