Parkia filicoidea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Welw. ex Oliv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 324 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000177301
Common Names
- Parkia Filicoidea
- Fern-leaf Parkia
- Fern-leaf African Locust Bean
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- Parkia hildebrandtii Harms [valid]
- Parkia bussei Harms [valid]
- Parkia filicoidea hildebrandtii (Harms) Chiov. [valid]
Description
Parkia filicoidea (also called Felt-leaf parkia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb found in the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers that are arranged in a terminal spike. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is found in open woodlands, clearings, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Parkia filicoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife. It is also used in landscaping as a drought-tolerant groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parkia filicoidea has small, white flowers with yellow centers and four petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Parkia filicoidea is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sunny location with regular watering. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Parkia filicoidea
Parkia filicoidea is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky areas, often in limestone soils.
Parkia filicoidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkia filicoidea?
Parkia filicoidea
What are the common names of Parkia filicoidea?
Texas Parkia, Filicoidea Parkia
What type of habitat does Parkia filicoidea prefer?
Dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands
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
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkia filicoidea Welw. ex Oliv.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.