Psychotria asiatica
Rubiaceae
- Range
- The Ryukyu Islands(south of Yakushima and Tanegashima), Taiwan, southern China, Southeast Asia, and India
This is an evergreen shrub found on the forest floor of evergreen forests. While it blooms from June to July, its flowers are small and barely noticeable. The plant is more striking in winter when it bears fruit. The fruits ripen at different rates, creating a mix of green, yellow, and red. A close relative, P. manillensis, which looks very similar, also grows in Tokunoshima, primarily in limestone areas.
Habitat of This Animal:
B:Forest along the mountain ridge - B1:Forest near the settlement
Most of the forests in Tokunoshima Island are secondary forests that were once cleared in the past. Especially near the settlements, there are forests that have become well-lit thanks to recent pruning. Remains of paths, charcoal kilns, and fields form a reminder of the relationship between people and nature. Such forests accessible from settlements are inhabited by many living creatures fond of the well-lit environment.
This B1:Forest near the settlement