Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
raivavaensis
ID:
287970

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fosberg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 13: 279 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287302



Common Names

  • Psychotria raivavaensis
  • Raivava Psychotria
  • Raivava Wild Coffee


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Description

Psychotria raivavaensis (also called Raivavae Wild Coffee, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. Native to Central and South America, it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has small, dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria raivavaensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria raivavaensis is a small white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small black or brown seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria raivavaensis is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a shallow container and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Psychotria raivavaensis can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Psychotria raivavaensis

Psychotria raivavaensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Psychotria raivavaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria raivavaensis?

Psychotria raivavaensis

What is the family of Psychotria raivavaensis?

Rubiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria raivavaensis?

Tropical forests

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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