- First described
- 2021
- Type
- population
A new (2021) Santa Rosa Co psittacina population in Mike's collection — diverse phenotypes. Slow growth in Mike's climate. 4 photos (single 2021 post).
Standout traits
- Lots of within-population diversity
- Phenotypic plasticity — single clone can shift dramatically with size + environment
- Mike notes psittacinas hate his cool fall weather (slow growth)
- Compare with Mike's Okaloosa Co round-headed clone that reverted to normal shape after a few months
Cultivation
- psittacinas grow slow in Mike's climate (NorCal) due to cool fall weather.
- Single-clone shape + color can change dramatically with age / environment — don't assume reversion is mis-id.
Photos (4)
Naming
Standard locality designation. New (2021) population for Mike with significant phenotypic diversity.