Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rutila
ID:
288114

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 482 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000287446



Common Names

  • Psychotria Rutila
  • Rutilant Psychotria
  • Rutilant Wild Coffee


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Description

Psychotria rutila (also called Rutilada, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a common understory plant in these habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psychotria rutila is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychotria rutila is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychotria rutila is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed. The seeds should be planted in a pot with moist potting soil and kept in a warm, bright location. Water regularly and the seeds should germinate in about 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Psychotria rutila

Psychotria rutila is native to Central and South America.

Psychotria rutila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychotria rutila?

Psychotria rutila

What is the natural habitat of Psychotria rutila?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.

What are the uses of Psychotria rutila?

It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

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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