Parkinsonia microphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
169024
Status:
valid
Authors:
Torr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Whipple, Bot.4(5; 4): 82 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168353
Common Names
- Parkinsonia microphylla
- Littleleaf Parkinsonia
- Mexican Paloverde
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cercidiopsis microphylla (Torr.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
- Cercidium microphyllum (Torr.) Rose & I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
Description
Parkinsonia microphylla (also called Littleleaf palo verde, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and grows in a variety of habitats, from deserts to dry woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Parkinsonia microphylla is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parkinsonia microphylla is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, dark green shoot with two small leaves.
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Parkinsonia microphylla can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Parkinsonia microphylla
Parkinsonia microphylla is native to North America, and can be found in the United States and Mexico.
Parkinsonia microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkinsonia microphylla?
Parkinsonia microphylla
What is the family of Parkinsonia microphylla?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Parkinsonia microphylla?
Little-leaved parkinsonia
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
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkinsonia microphylla Torr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.