Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods to mimic natural cycles.
Dotted wild coffee (Psychotria punctata) is a tropical shrub known for its glossy leaves, small white flowers, and red berries. It thrives in warm, humid climates.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers filtered sunlight; avoid direct scorching rays.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-25°C; protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods to mimic natural cycles.
Prune to maintain shape, remove dead or damaged branches, and encourage bushier growth. Light pruning can be done anytime, but heavier pruning is best in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Use clean, sharp tools for precise cuts.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Maintain high humidity and warmth until roots develop.
This method offers a good success rate.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
Repot in spring.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Dotted Wild Coffee (Psychotria punctata)
Where Dotted Wild Coffee (Psychotria punctata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Psychotria |
| Species | Psychotria punctata |
Similar in genus Psychotria
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