Hairy Psychotria (Psychotria Loniceroides) is a perennial shrub in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or dappled_shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Psychotria loniceroides, commonly known as Hairy Psychotria, is a shrub native to eastern Australia, typically found in rainforest ecotones and understorey environments.

Hairy Psychotria

Hairy Psychotria

Psychotria Loniceroides

Psychotria loniceroides, commonly known as Hairy Psychotria, is a shrub native to eastern Australia, typically found in rainforest ecotones and understorey environments.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, habitat provision

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hairy Psychotria

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Rubiaceae
Genus:Psychotria