Psychotria nervosa (Wild Coffee) - Image 19

Botanical names: Psychotria nervosa, Psychotria ligustrifolia, Psychotria lanceolata, Psychotria nervosa var. lanceolata, Psychotria portoricensis, Psychotria undata

Common names: Wild Coffee, Bahama Coffee, Seminole Balsamo

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Caribbean

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeShadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Psychotria nervosa (Wild Coffee) with glossy green leaves and small round red fruit plant
Psychotria nervosa (Wild Coffee) branches densely covered with shiny green leaves and red fruit clusters


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