Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ahernii
ID:
207512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & Rolfe

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C3: 103 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206841



Common Names

  • Millettia
  • Pongam
  • Indian Beech


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Synonyms

  • Millettia canariifolia Merr. [valid]
  • Millettia cavitensis Merr. [valid]

Description

Millettia ahernii (also called Ahern's Millettia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the Philippines and is found in lowland forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia ahernii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of green manure. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia ahernii has small white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedling has a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia ahernii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well established.

Where to Find Millettia ahernii

Millettia ahernii is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Millettia ahernii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia ahernii?

Millettia ahernii

What is the common name of Millettia ahernii?

Ahern's millettia

What is the distribution of Millettia ahernii?

It is found in India

Species in the Millettia genus

Millettia xylocarpa, Millettia splendens, Millettia solomonensis, Millettia sericea, Millettia rubiginosa, Millettia pubinervis, Millettia pachycarpa, Millettia peguensis, Millettia macrostachya, Millettia extensa, Millettia brandisiana, Millettia pulchra, Millettia ichthyochtona, Millettia piscidia, Millettia erythrocalyx, Millettia aurea, Millettia capuronii, Millettia hitsika, Millettia lenneoides, Millettia nathaliae, Millettia orientalis, Millettia richardiana, Millettia taolanaroensis, Millettia tetraptera, Millettia leptobotrya, Millettia cubittii, Millettia cubitti, Millettia sapindiifolia, Millettia entadoides, Millettia griffithii, Millettia velutina, Millettia oraria, Millettia aboensis, Millettia achtenii, Millettia acuticarinata, Millettia angustidentata, Millettia angustistipellata, Millettia aromatica, Millettia barteri, Millettia bequaertii, Millettia bipindensis, Millettia bussei, Millettia cabrae, Millettia chrysophylla, Millettia comosa, Millettia conraui, Millettia coruscans, Millettia dinklagei, Millettia discolor, Millettia drastica,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.