Psychotria

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A group of tropical shrubs and small trees used for medicine or decoration

noun

Specialized

: Psicotria

In South America, some tribes use Psychotria plants in traditional medicine.

They saw the psychotria coffee plant, opposite leaves.

Examples

Many gardeners appreciate Psychotria for its attractive foliage and vibrant flowers.
They saw the psychotria coffee plant, opposite leaves.

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They saw the psychotria coffee plant, opposite leaves.

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The herbalist recommended a tea made from Psychotria leaves for its calming effects.

Compounds

Psychotria capensis

Specialized

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An evergreen bush or small tree from South Africa with hard wood

Surface Forms

Psychotria singular

Psychotrias plural

Etymology

Psychotria comes from the Greek root psych- meaning 'soul' or 'mind', the same root you see in psychology. Many species in this tropical group have been used in traditional medicine and rituals that can affect the mind, so the name helps you remember the plants' link to 'mind' and healing.