Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
schiedeanus
ID:
469234

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl.) G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 418 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468566

Common Names

  • Psittacanthus schiedeanus
  • Parrot Flower
  • Parrotbill

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Synonyms

  • Loranthus schiedeanus Cham. & Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Chatinia kerberi Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Chatinia schiedeana Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Psittacanthus kerberi Engl. [unknown]
  • Psittacanthus schiedeanus Blume [unknown]
  • Loranthus kerberi Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Psittacanthus schiedeanus (also called Schiede's Parrot-beak, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Psittacanthus schiedeanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known to attract butterflies and bees. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psittacanthus schiedeanus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psittacanthus schiedeanus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist soils and full sun, and can tolerate some drought. It can be grown in containers, but will need to be pruned regularly.

Where to Find Psittacanthus schiedeanus

Psittacanthus schiedeanus is native to Central and South America.

Psittacanthus schiedeanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus schiedeanus?

Psittacanthus schiedeanus

What is the common name of Psittacanthus schiedeanus?

Schiedeanus Psittacanthus

What is the natural habitat of Psittacanthus schiedeanus?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2536410: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.