Parkinsonia andicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andicola
ID:
1411420
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Varjão & Mansano
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa344: 295 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423885
Common Names
- Parkinsonia andicola
- Andean Parkinsonia
- Andicola Parkinsonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parkinsonia andicola (also called Andean Palo Verde, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Ecuador and Peru. It grows in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, and subtropical or tropical dry montane grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Parkinsonia andicola is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parkinsonia andicola is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and light green.
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Parkinsonia andicola is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or in a container.
Where to Find Parkinsonia andicola
Parkinsonia andicola is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Parkinsonia andicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parkinsonia andicola?
Parkinsonia andicola
What is the common name of Parkinsonia andicola?
Andean Parkinsonia
Where is Parkinsonia andicola native to?
South America
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
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Vidal de Freitas Mansano: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansano' in the authors string.
Marcos Vinicius Varjão Romão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Varjão' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77177707-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Parkinsonia andicola (Griseb.) Varjão & Mansano: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.