Parkia singularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 1078 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206931
Common Names
- Parkia singularis
- Parkia
- Singularis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parkia singularis (also called Single parkia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fallow fields.
Uses & Benefits
Parkia singularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Parkia singularis sub. borneensis H.C.HopkinsParkia singularis sub. singularis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parkia singularis has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval in shape.
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Parkia singularis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Parkia singularis
Parkia singularis is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles.
Parkia singularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkia singularis?
Parkia singularis
What type of plant is Parkia singularis?
A shrub
What is the natural habitat of Parkia singularis?
Dry forests and scrublands
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
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkia singularis Miq.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.