Psydrax acutiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hiern) Bridson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 722 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288146
Common Names
- Acute-flowered Psydrax
- Acute-flowered Wild Coffee
- Acute-flowered Coffee
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- Plectronia acarophyta De Wild. [unknown]
- Plectronia acutiflora (Hiern) K.Schum. [unknown]
- Plectronia henriquesiana K.Schum. [unknown]
- Canthium acarophytum (De Wild.) C.M.Evrard [valid]
- Canthium acutiflorum Hiern [valid]
- Canthium henriquesianum (K.Schum.) G.Taylor [valid]
- Canthium lacus-victoriae Bullock [valid]
Description
Psydrax acutiflorus (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
Psydrax acutiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psydrax acutiflorus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psydrax acutiflorus is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape and encourage new growth.
Where to Find Psydrax acutiflorus
Psydrax acutiflorus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Psydrax acutiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psydrax acutiflorus?
Psydrax acutiflorus
What type of plant is Psydrax acutiflorus?
Psydrax acutiflorus is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Psydrax acutiflorus native to?
Psydrax acutiflorus is native to India.
Species in the Psydrax genus
Psydrax acutiflorus, Psydrax ankotekonensis, Psydrax arnoldianus, Psydrax austro-orientalis, Psydrax bathieanus, Psydrax dicoccos, Psydrax dunlapii, Psydrax esirensis, Psydrax faulknerae, Psydrax ficiformis, Psydrax fragrantissimus, Psydrax gilletii, Psydrax grandifolius, Psydrax graniticola, Psydrax horizontalis, Psydrax kaessneri, Psydrax kibuwae, Psydrax kingii, Psydrax kraussioides, Psydrax lamprophylla, Psydrax lividus, Psydrax locuples, Psydrax lynesii, Psydrax maingayi, Psydrax manambyanus, Psydrax manensis, Psydrax martinii, Psydrax micans, Psydrax moandensis, Psydrax moggii, Psydrax montanus, Psydrax mutimushii, Psydrax nitidus, Psydrax obovatus, Psydrax occidentalis, Psydrax odorata, Psydrax palmus, Psydrax parviflorus, Psydrax pergracilis, Psydrax polhillii, Psydrax recurvifolius, Psydrax richardsiae, Psydrax robertsoniae, Psydrax sambiranensis, Psydrax schimperianus, Psydrax shuguriensis, Psydrax splendens, Psydrax subcordatus, Psydrax umbellata, Psydrax virgatus,
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-170231: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.