Adventive. (Lambdon, P. & Darlow, A. (2008) Botanical Survey of Ascension Island and St. Helena 2008. RSPB);
- 1.6. Forest – Subtropical/tropical moist lowland
Parkinsonia establishes a secondary wave of colonization after a few decades, when the mature Prosopis stand becomes fragmented by the die-back of ageing trees and the soil has been modified by persistent deposition of leaf litter. It can thus compound the problems already inflicted by its predecessor. (Lambdon, P. & Darlow, A. (2008) Botanical Survey of Ascension Island and St. Helena 2008. RSPB);
This is an attractive shrub or small tree which is popular as an ornamental in Two Boats and Georgetown thanks to its drought-resistance and bright yellow flowers. (Lambdon, P. & Darlow, A. (2008) Botanical Survey of Ascension Island and St. Helena 2008. RSPB);
Lambdon, P. & Darlow, A. (2008) Botanical Survey of Ascension Island and St. Helena 2008. RSPB;