Rubiaceae
Psychotria punctata
Dotted Wild Coffee
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Dotted Wild Coffee is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 4 metres in height. Its distinctive, narrowly elliptical leaves are dotted with nodules that harbour mutualist bacteria. The plant produces white flowers with a yellow centre and five petals, followed by small, dark brown, oval-shaped berries.
Where it works in Kilifi
Native to the Kenyan coast, this species thrives in partial to full shade, making it suitable as an ornamental plant or a hedge in a Kilifi garden. It prefers damp, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Growing notes
This plant requires consistent moisture but is moderately drought-tolerant once established. It is sensitive to cold temperatures, necessitating a warm environment, consistent with the Kilifi climate. Propagation can be achieved from seeds or cuttings, with seeds sometimes requiring scarification or soaking.
Sources
Researched with web grounding from: selinawamucii.com, usf.edu, jstor.org, phytoneuron.net, grokipedia.com, picturethisai.com. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.