Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
valetoniana
ID:
288639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sohmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bishop Mus. Bull. Bot. 1: 293 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287971

Common Names

  • Psychotria valetoniana
  • Valeton Psychotria
  • Valeton Wild Coffee

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Description

Psychotria valetoniana (also called 'Coffeeberry', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria valetoniana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria valetoniana is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria valetoniana is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Psychotria valetoniana

Psychotria valetoniana is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is commonly found in wet forests and along riverbanks.

Psychotria valetoniana FAQ

What are the common names for Psychotria valetoniana?

Psychotria valetoniana is commonly known as the Valeton's Psychotria.

What is the growth habit of Psychotria valetoniana?

Psychotria valetoniana is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 3-4 feet.

What is the native range of Psychotria valetoniana?

Psychotria valetoniana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

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,

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