Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
wichmannii
ID:
288757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 489 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288089

Common Names

  • Psychotria Wichmannii
  • Wichmannii Psychotria
  • Asperula Papillosa

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria ochnidiophora Wernham [valid]

Description

Psychotria wichmannii (also called Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria wichmannii is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria wichmannii is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria wichmannii is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination, which can take up to three weeks. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Psychotria wichmannii

Psychotria wichmannii is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

Psychotria wichmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria wichmannii?

Psychotria wichmannii

What is the family of Psychotria wichmannii?

Rubiaceae

Where is Psychotria wichmannii found?

New Guinea

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