Parkia bicolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Chev.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Bot. France8: 34 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000176872
Common Names
- Two-Tone Pod
- Bicolor Parkia
- Two-Tone Parkia
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- Parkia klainei A.Chev. [unknown]
- Parkia agboensis A.Chev. [valid]
- Parkia zenkeri Harms [valid]
- Parkia klainei Pierre ex De Wild. [invalid]
Description
Parkia bicolor (also called two-colored parkia, among many other common names) is a small tree in the Fabaceae family. It has bipinnate leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in woodlands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Parkia bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The bark of this plant is used to make a yellow dye for fabrics and its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parkia bicolor has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Parkia bicolor is a deciduous tree that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be propagated by direct seeding or by cuttings.
Where to Find Parkia bicolor
Parkia bicolor is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Parkia bicolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkia bicolor?
Parkia bicolor
What is the family of Parkia bicolor?
Fabaceae
Where is Parkia bicolor found?
It is found in California, USA.
Species in the Parkia genus
Parkia decussata, Parkia gigantocarpa, Parkia igneiflora, Parkia paraensis, Parkia reticulata, Parkia ulei, Parkia velutina, Parkia discolor, Parkia filicina, Parkia multijuga, Parkia nitida, Parkia pendula, Parkia platycephala, Parkia bahiae, Parkia cachimboensis, Parkia bicolor, Parkia filicoidea, Parkia panurensis, Parkia madagascariensis, Parkia biglandulosa, Parkia timoriana, Parkia biglobosa, Parkia balslevii, Parkia javanica, Parkia parrii, Parkia paya, Parkia lutea, Parkia barnebyana, Parkia korom, Parkia parvifoliola, Parkia leiophylla, Parkia speciosa, Parkia sumatrana, Parkia insignis, Parkia intermedia, Parkia sherfeseei, Parkia singularis, Parkia versteeghii, Parkia nana, Parkia truncata, Parkia perrieri, Parkia pectinata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkia bicolor A.Chev.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.