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Parkinsonia

Parkinsonia

9.9
A small spiny tree or shrub with green bark and yellow flowers that grows in dry places like deserts
  • noun
  • /pɑrˈkɪnˌsoʊniə/
  • Specialized
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  • The Parkinsonia tree is well-known for its striking yellow flowers and green bark.

Examples

  • The Parkinsonia tree is a common sight in desert landscapes around the world.

  • In Arizona, many Parkinsonias bloom beautifully in spring.

  • Botanists identified the shrub as belonging to the genus Parkinsonia.

  • Many birds build their nests in the branches of Parkinsonia trees.

  • The Parkinsonia tree thrives in hot, dry climates.

  • In the arid regions of the southwest, the Parkinsonia is an important source of shade.

  • Many desert animals seek refuge in the branches of the Parkinsonia shrub during the heat of the day.

Synonyms

Cercidium
vsParkinsonia
  • Specialized
9.9

A spiny shrub or small tree with green bark that grows in dry places

is the genus usually used when these plants are treated as one group

Compounds

Parkinsonia aculeata
  • Specialized
9.9

A small tree with sharp thorns and yellow-orange flowers that people grow in warm gardens or as hedges

Parkinsonia florida
  • Specialized
9.9

A spiny tree of the southwestern United States with bright yellow flowers and blue-green bark

Surface Forms

Parkinsonia singular
Parkinsonias plural

Etymology

Parkinsonia is named for the English plant writer John Parkinson, and the ending -ia often means 'belonging to' in many plant names. So Parkinsonia simply means 'Parkinson's plants', which helps explain why this name is used for that group of desert trees.