Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
praecox
ID:
194035

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Hawkins

Source:
ildis

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol.216: 63 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193364



Common Names

  • Parkinsonia
  • Praecox
  • Blue Paloverde


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Synonyms

  • Cercidium praecox (Ruiz & Pav.) Harms [valid]
  • Caesalpinia praecox Ruiz & Pav. [valid]
  • Cercidium spinosum Tul. [valid]
  • Cercidium goldmanii Rose [valid]
  • Cercidium plurifoliolatum Micheli [valid]
  • Cercidium unijugum Rose [valid]
  • Cercidium viride (H.Karst.) H.Karst. [valid]
  • Caesalpinia brea Gillies ex Steud. [valid]
  • Rhetinophloeum viride H.Karst. [valid]

Description

Parkinsonia praecox (also called early palo verde, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It typically grows in deserts, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Parkinsonia praecox is used as an ornamental plant, for shade, and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parkinsonia praecox has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, dark brown and flattened. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parkinsonia praecox is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water. It can be propagated by cuttings or division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Parkinsonia praecox

Parkinsonia praecox is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Parkinsonia praecox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parkinsonia praecox?

Parkinsonia praecox

What is the common name of Parkinsonia praecox?

Early parkinsonia

What is the growth habit of Parkinsonia praecox?

It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading or erect growth habit.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Julie Ann Hawkins (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hawkins' in the authors string.