Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biglobosa
ID:
179901

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) R.Br. ex G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
J.C.Loudon, Hort. Brit.: 277 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179230

Common Names

  • Parkia biglobosa
  • African Locust Bean
  • Néré

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Synonyms

  • Parkia clappertoniana Keay [valid]
  • Parkia africana R.Br. [valid]
  • Parkia intermedia Oliv. [illegitimate]
  • Parkia oliveri J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Parkia uniglobosa G.Don [valid]
  • Prosopis faeculifera Desv. [valid]
  • Inga faeculifera Ham. [unknown]
  • Inga senegalensis DC. [valid]
  • Inga biglobosa (Jacq.) Willd. [valid]
  • Mimosa biglobosa Jacq. [valid]
  • Inga faroba Mérat & Lens [valid]
  • Parkia filicoidea glauca Baker f. [valid]
  • Mimosa taxifolia Pers. [unknown]

Description

Parkia biglobosa (also called African Locust Bean, Néré, and Dongoyaro, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to Africa. It has white flowers and can reach up to 20 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Parkia biglobosa is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parkia biglobosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parkia biglobosa is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly. It can also be propagated by air layering.

Where to Find Parkia biglobosa

Parkia biglobosa is native to tropical regions of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Parkia biglobosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parkia biglobosa?

Parkia biglobosa

What are the common names of Parkia biglobosa?

African locust bean, Néré

Where is Parkia biglobosa native to?

Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.