Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
valleculanthus
ID:
745235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuijt

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 86: 321 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744568



Common Names

  • Valleculanthus Parrot Flower
  • Valleculanthus Parrot Bush
  • Valleculanthus Parrot Plant


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Description

Psittacanthus valleculanthus (also called Christmas Bush, among many other common names) is a semi-evergreen shrub native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It typically grows up to 4-5 feet tall and wide and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psittacanthus valleculanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psittacanthus valleculanthus is a yellow, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and spindly with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psittacanthus valleculanthus is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Psittacanthus valleculanthus

Psittacanthus valleculanthus can be found in Central and South America.

Psittacanthus valleculanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus valleculanthus?

Psittacanthus valleculanthus

What is the common name of Psittacanthus valleculanthus?

Valleculate Psittacanthus

What is the natural habitat of Psittacanthus valleculanthus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,