Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 1: 138 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199865
Common Names
- Millettia duchesnei
- Duchesne's Millettia
- Duchesne's Velvet Bean
Description
Millettia duchesnei (also called 'Duchesne's Millettia' and 'Duchesne's Wisteria', among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Millettia duchesnei is a fast-growing tree that is commonly used for firewood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil conservation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Millettia duchesnei are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Millettia duchesnei is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The tree prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Millettia duchesnei
Millettia duchesnei is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.
Millettia duchesnei FAQ
What is the common name of Millettia duchesnei?
Duchesne's Millettia
What is the native range of Millettia duchesnei?
India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
What is the growth habit of Millettia duchesnei?
A small tree or shrub
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