Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
psittacinum
ID:
661819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Appendix : 31 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000661151

Common Names

  • Hippeastrum psittacinum
  • Psittacinum Amaryllis
  • Psittacinum Belladonna Lily

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Synonyms

  • Aschamia psittacina Salisb. [unknown]
  • Hippeastrum decoratum Lem. [unknown]
  • Hippeastrum illustre (Vell.) Dutilh [unknown]
  • Leopoldia illustris (Vell.) M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Trisacarpis psittacina Raf. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis illustris Vell. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis psittacina Ker Gawl. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis psittacina decorata (Lem.) Traub & Uphof [unknown]

Description

Hippeastrum psittacinum (also called Parrot Amaryllis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Brazil. It is a bulbous plant that can grow up to 1 m in height. It has long, strap-like leaves and produces large, showy flowers in shades of red, pink, and white. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hippeastrum psittacinum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hippeastrum psittacinum has white flowers with a diameter of up to 10 cm. The seeds are black and round, with a diameter of up to 1 cm. The seedlings are small, with a diameter of up to 2 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hippeastrum psittacinum is a bulbous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly during the summer months and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.

Where to Find Hippeastrum psittacinum

Hippeastrum psittacinum can be found in the tropical regions of South America, mainly in Brazil.

Hippeastrum psittacinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hippeastrum psittacinum?

Hippeastrum psittacinum

What type of soil is best for Hippeastrum psittacinum?

Well-draining, sandy soil

What is the ideal temperature range for Hippeastrum psittacinum?

50-90°F (10-32°C)

Species in the Hippeastrum genus

Hippeastrum aglaiae, Hippeastrum amaru, Hippeastrum andreanum, Hippeastrum angustifolium, Hippeastrum apertispathum, Hippeastrum arboricola, Hippeastrum argentinum, Hippeastrum aulicum, Hippeastrum aviflorum, Hippeastrum blossfeldiae, Hippeastrum brasilianum, Hippeastrum breviflorum, Hippeastrum bukasovii, Hippeastrum caiaponicum, Hippeastrum calyptratum, Hippeastrum canterai, Hippeastrum caupolicanense, Hippeastrum condemaitae, Hippeastrum correiense, Hippeastrum curitibanum, Hippeastrum cuzcoense, Hippeastrum cybister, Hippeastrum damazianum, Hippeastrum divijulianum, Hippeastrum doraniae, Hippeastrum elegans, Hippeastrum espiritense, Hippeastrum evansiae, Hippeastrum ferreyrae, Hippeastrum forgetii, Hippeastrum fragrantissimum, Hippeastrum fuscum, Hippeastrum gertianum, Hippeastrum glaucescens, Hippeastrum goianum, Hippeastrum guarapuavicum, Hippeastrum harrisonii, Hippeastrum hemographes, Hippeastrum hugoi, Hippeastrum iguazuanum, Hippeastrum incachacanum, Hippeastrum intiflorum, Hippeastrum kromeri, Hippeastrum lapacense, Hippeastrum leonardii, Hippeastrum leopoldii, Hippeastrum leucobasis, Hippeastrum macbridei, Hippeastrum machupijchense, Hippeastrum mandonii,

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

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