yellow paloverde

Parkinsonia microphylla Torr.

Parkinsonia microphylla, known as yellow paloverde, is a species of palo verde in the Fabaceae family. It is also referred to as foothill paloverde or little-leaved palo verde. The species was first described in 1857 by Torr. and is found in regions including Arizona, California, and the northwest of Mexico.

Description

Parkinsonia microphylla is a member of the genus Parkinsonia within the Fabaceae family. It is commonly called yellow paloverde and is also known by the synonyms Cercidium microphyllum. This species is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It was first published in 1857 by Torr. and is recognized for its small leaves and yellow-green bark. The plant is adapted to arid environments and is a notable component of desert ecosystems.