Parkia timoriana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) Merr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C5: 33 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178891
Common Names
- Timor Parkia
- Timor Bean
- Parkia Timoriana
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- Parkia roxburghii G.Don [valid]
- Inga timoriana DC. [valid]
- Mimosa peregrina Blanco [illegitimate]
- Parkia grandis Hassk. [valid]
- Parkia calcarata Gagnep. [valid]
- Parkia brunonis Graham [invalid]
- Mimosa biglobosa Roxb. [illegitimate]
- Parkia biglobosa Benth. [illegitimate]
Description
Parkia timoriana (also called Timoriana Parkia, among many other common names) is a tree species native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 20 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 40 centimeters. It is found in humid tropical forests, especially in the Amazon basin, and is also found in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado regions.
Uses & Benefits
Parkia timoriana is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parkia timoriana is a yellow-orange puffball that blooms in the summer. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, delicate, and have a bright green color.
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Parkia timoriana is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Parkia timoriana
Parkia timoriana is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, from Indonesia to the Philippines.
Parkia timoriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkia timoriana?
Parkia timoriana
What is the common name of Parkia timoriana?
Timoriana
What is the family of Parkia timoriana?
Fabaceae
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
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' 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 timoriana (DC.) Merr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.