Dull-leaf Wild-coffee

Psychotria tenuifolia
(Shortleaf Wild Coffee)
Español: Judía
Interesting silky-looking foliage.



Tallish groundcover in mesic (moist) areas. Can be planted in groupings in shady areas. Despite the name, the leaves are pretty, almost silky or velvety in appearance.

Tolerance

Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.



Moderate. Tolerant of salty wind and may get some salt spray. Exposure to salt spray would be uncommon (major storms).

Wildlife

Dispersed by birds.

Habitat

Dry mesic to mesic and hydric hammock, second bottom, shell mounds, floodplains.

Did You Know?

  • Showy fruits, Interesting foliage
  • Attracts bees and butterflies.