Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
tubatus
ID:
745234

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuijt

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 86: 318 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744567

Common Names

  • Tubate Parrot Flower
  • Tubate Parrot Bush
  • Tubate Parrot Plant

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Description

Psittacanthus tubatus (also called Christmas Bush, among many other common names) is a semi-evergreen shrub native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It typically grows up to 4-5 feet tall and wide and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psittacanthus tubatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psittacanthus tubatus is a yellow, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and spindly with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psittacanthus tubatus is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Psittacanthus tubatus

Psittacanthus tubatus is native to Central and South America. It is found in the tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin and in the Andes Mountains.

Psittacanthus tubatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus tubatus?

Psittacanthus tubatus

What is the common name of Psittacanthus tubatus?

Tubate Psittacanthus

What is the natural habitat of Psittacanthus tubatus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,