Parkia javanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) Merr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Sp. Blancoan.: 169 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187192
Common Names
- Java Parkia
- Java Bean Tree
- Java Tamarind Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parkia javanica (also called Java Parkia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded form. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical and subtropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Parkia javanica is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, and its bark, which is used to make paper. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parkia javanica has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with a few leaves at the top.
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Parkia javanica is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Parkia javanica
Parkia javanica is native to Southeast Asia.
Parkia javanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkia javanica?
Parkia javanica
What is the common name of Parkia javanica?
Javanese Parkia
What is the natural habitat of Parkia javanica?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkia javanica (Lam.) Merr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.