Psychotria nervosa (Wild Coffee)

Psychotria nervosa, Psychotria ligustrifolia, Psychotria lanceolata, Psychotria nervosa var. lanceolata, Psychotria portoricensis, Psychotria undata, Wild Coffee, Bahama Coffee, Seminole Balsamo

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

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeShadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterOrnamental foliageWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

A very showy ornamental shrub with glossy leaves and bright berries. Somewhat drought-tolerant, takes both sun and shade. Very easy to grow. Florida native kin to chacruna. Shiny leaves markedly veined, white flowers and red fruit. Zone 10. Great container plant. Once used as a coffee substitute.


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