Parkinsonia peruviana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
1272914
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.E.Hughes, Daza & Hawkins
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.58: 467 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272252
Common Names
- Peruviana Parkinsonia
- Parkinsonia peruviana
- Peruvian Parkinsonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parkinsonia peruviana (also called ‘Peruvian palo verde’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It grows up to 3 meters in height and has a smooth, grey bark. Its leaves are compound and its flowers are yellow in color.
Uses & Benefits
Parkinsonia peruviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for landscaping, as a windbreak, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parkinsonia peruviana is a yellow, five-petaled star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Parkinsonia peruviana is a shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Parkinsonia peruviana
Parkinsonia peruviana can be found in Peru.
Parkinsonia peruviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkinsonia peruviana?
Parkinsonia peruviana
What type of plant is Parkinsonia peruviana?
Tree
Where is Parkinsonia peruviana found?
Peru
Species in the Parkinsonia genus
Parkinsonia aculeata, Parkinsonia africana, Parkinsonia anacantha, Parkinsonia raimondoi, Parkinsonia scioana, Parkinsonia texana, Parkinsonia florida, Parkinsonia praecox, Parkinsonia carterae, Parkinsonia carterae, Parkinsonia peruviana, Parkinsonia andicola, Parkinsonia sonorae, Parkinsonia glauca, Parkinsonia microphylla,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Colin Edward Hughes (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hughes' in the authors string.
Julie Ann Hawkins (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hawkins' in the authors string.
A. Daza Yomona: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Daza' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkinsonia peruviana C.E.Hughes, Daza & Hawkins: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.