Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
lasianthus
ID:
469576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 18 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468908

Common Names

  • Psittacanthus lasianthus
  • Woolly parrotbill
  • Hairy parrotbill

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Description

Psittacanthus lasianthus (also called Lasianthus psittacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Loranthaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Psittacanthus lasianthus 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 lasianthus has yellow flowers that are tubular in shape and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psittacanthus lasianthus is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be kept moist and should germinate in 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Psittacanthus lasianthus

Psittacanthus lasianthus is native to Central and South America and can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Psittacanthus lasianthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus lasianthus?

Psittacanthus lasianthus

What is the common name of Psittacanthus lasianthus?

Lasianthus Coralbean

What are the characteristics of Psittacanthus lasianthus?

Psittacanthus lasianthus is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 feet tall. It has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. The fruits are red and contain several seeds.

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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