Shortleaf Wild Coffee (Psychotria Tenuifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Rubiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Psychotria tenuifolia is a short-lived perennial shrub known for its attractive shiny leaves, delicate white flowers, and showy red fruit. It is evergreen and blooms and fruits year-round except during cold or drought conditions.

Shortleaf Wild Coffee

Shortleaf Wild Coffee

Psychotria Tenuifolia

Psychotria tenuifolia is a short-lived perennial shrub known for its attractive shiny leaves, delicate white flowers, and showy red fruit. It is evergreen and blooms and fruits year-round except during cold or drought conditions.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub, wildlife attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Shortleaf Wild Coffee

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