Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
469549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 28(41): 26 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468881

Common Names

  • Psittacanthus gracilipes
  • Graceful parrotbill
  • Slender parrotbill

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Description

Psittacanthus gracilipes (also called Slender-footed Psittacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Psittacanthus gracilipes is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruits. The fruits are used in cooking and for making jams, jellies, and juices.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psittacanthus gracilipes has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psittacanthus gracilipes is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It is usually propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Psittacanthus gracilipes

Psittacanthus gracilipes is native to tropical regions of Asia and can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Psittacanthus gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus gracilipes?

Psittacanthus gracilipes

What is the common name of Psittacanthus gracilipes?

Slender-leafed Parrot Flower

Where can Psittacanthus gracilipes be found?

Psittacanthus gracilipes can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

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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