Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
193230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.51: 360 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192559



Common Names

  • Melliniella Micrantha
  • Clitoria Alba
  • Clitoria Cordiformis


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Synonyms

  • Meliniella micrantha Harms [unknown]

Description

Melliniella micrantha (also called Small-flowered Melliniella, among many other common names) is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rounded crown, and its leaves are alternate, bipinnate, and bright green. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry to moist soils, and in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Melliniella micrantha is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and as a source of tannin for leather tanning.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melliniella micrantha has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melliniella micrantha is an annual or biennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Melliniella micrantha

Melliniella micrantha can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Melliniella micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melliniella micrantha?

Melliniella micrantha

What is the common name of Melliniella micrantha?

Small-flowered melliniella

What is the natural habitat of Melliniella micrantha?

Dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides

Species in the Melliniella genus

Species in the Fabaceae family