Status:
valid
Authors:
Rizzini
Source:
tro
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 18-19: 145 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277837
Common Names
- Psittacanthus redactus
- Redacted Psittacanthus
- Redacted Tree
Description
Psittacanthus redactus (also called Redacted Psittacanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is a low-growing plant with white to pink flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, meadows, and hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Psittacanthus redactus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to provide shade and to attract birds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Psittacanthus redactus are yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psittacanthus redactus is a hardy perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Where to Find Psittacanthus redactus
Psittacanthus redactus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in countries such as Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.
Psittacanthus redactus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus redactus?
Psittacanthus redactus
What is the common name of Psittacanthus redactus?
Reduced psittacanthus
Where is Psittacanthus redactus native to?
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,