Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
nudus
ID:
469282

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Molina) Kuijt & Feuer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 34: 45 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468614

Common Names

  • Nudus Psittacanthus
  • Psittacanthus nudus
  • Nudus Leafhopper

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Synonyms

  • Phrygilanthus nudus Ant.Molina [unknown]

Description

Psittacanthus nudus (also called Naked 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 nudus 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 nudus 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 nudus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For cultivation, it prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some salt spray.

Where to Find Psittacanthus nudus

Psittacanthus nudus is native to Central and South America.

Psittacanthus nudus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psittacanthus nudus?

Psittacanthus nudus

What is the common name of Psittacanthus nudus?

Naked Parrot Flower

Where is Psittacanthus nudus found?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2536477: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Juan Ignazio Molina (1740-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molina' in the authors string.
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.
S. Feuer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Feuer' in the authors string.