Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
leptanthus
ID:
1267771

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 1: 113 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267109

Common Names

  • Psittacanthus Leptanthus
  • Leptanthus Psittacanthus
  • Leptanthus Psittacanthus

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Description

Psittacanthus leptanthus (also called 'Thin-Flowered Psittacanthus', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Psittacanthus leptanthus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psittacanthus leptanthus is small and yellow. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small, green, and have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psittacanthus leptanthus is a shrub that is best grown in a sheltered spot in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm greenhouse.

Where to Find Psittacanthus leptanthus

Psittacanthus leptanthus can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Psittacanthus leptanthus FAQ

What are the common names of Psittacanthus leptanthus?

Parrot Flower

What is the native range of Psittacanthus leptanthus?

Mexico, Central America

What is the growth habit of Psittacanthus leptanthus?

Herbaceous Perennial

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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