Parkia korom - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kaneh.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo)45: 286 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194164
Common Names
- Parkia korom
- Korom Parkia
- Korom's Parkia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parkia korom (also called Korom's Parkia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open areas and can tolerate drought and heat.
Uses & Benefits
Parkia korom is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Parkia korom has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The seeds are flat and brown, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and long, thin stems.
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Parkia korom is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Layering is best done in late summer or early autumn when the stems are still flexible. The rooted layer should be separated from the parent plant in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Parkia korom
Parkia korom is native to the tropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and grasslands. It is also found in the lowlands of the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.
Parkia korom FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkia korom?
Parkia korom
What is the common name of Parkia korom?
Korom's parkia
What is the natural habitat of Parkia korom?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America
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
Ryōzō Kanehira (1882-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaneh.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkia korom Kaneh.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.