Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
1283482

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
tro

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis [Roemer & Schultes] 7(2): 1730. 1830 [Oct-Dec 1830]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282820



Common Names

  • Psittacanthus brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Parrot Flower
  • Brasiliensis Parrot Flower


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Description

Psittacanthus brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Parrot-bill, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 3 m in height and has yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psittacanthus brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and for its timber, which is used in construction and furniture-making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psittacanthus brasiliensis has yellow flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psittacanthus brasiliensis is a tropical shrub that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Psittacanthus brasiliensis

Psittacanthus brasiliensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Psittacanthus brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus brasiliensis?

Psittacanthus brasiliensis

What is the family of Psittacanthus brasiliensis?

Loranthaceae

What is the habitat of Psittacanthus brasiliensis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Psittacanthus genus

Psittacanthus schiedeanus, Psittacanthus robustus, Psittacanthus mirandensis, Psittacanthus mayanus, Psittacanthus martinicensis, Psittacanthus rhynchanthus, Psittacanthus pustulosus, Psittacanthus pluricotyledonarius, Psittacanthus pinicola, Psittacanthus montis-neblinae, Psittacanthus nudus, Psittacanthus nodosissimus, Psittacanthus peronopetalus, Psittacanthus duckei, Psittacanthus dilatatus, Psittacanthus gracilipes, Psittacanthus irwinii, Psittacanthus gigas, Psittacanthus excrenulatus, Psittacanthus julianus, Psittacanthus lasserianus, Psittacanthus lasianthus, Psittacanthus calyculatus, Psittacanthus brachynema, Psittacanthus eucalyptifolius, Psittacanthus chiriquianus, Psittacanthus angustifolius, Psittacanthus biternatus, Psittacanthus cucullaris, Psittacanthus costanensis, Psittacanthus clusiifolius, Psittacanthus circulatus, Psittacanthus cinctus, Psittacanthus acinarius, Psittacanthus acevedoi, Psittacanthus acuminatus, Psittacanthus acutus, Psittacanthus antioquiensis, Psittacanthus bergii, Psittacanthus bolbocephalus, Psittacanthus bolivarensis, Psittacanthus brachypodus, Psittacanthus cajamarcanus, Psittacanthus carinatus, Psittacanthus carnosus, Psittacanthus complanatus, Psittacanthus crassicostatus, Psittacanthus crassinervis, Psittacanthus crassipes, Psittacanthus cyclophyllus,

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

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