Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffoniana
ID:
200759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Adansonia6: 222 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200088



Common Names

  • Millettia
  • Griffoniana
  • Griffon's Millettia


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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus griffonianus (Baill.) Dunn [valid]
  • Ostryocarpus parviflorus Micheli [valid]
  • Derris leptorhachis Harms [valid]

Description

Millettia griffoniana (also called Griffon Wisteria, among many other common names) is a deciduous, woody climber native to tropical Africa. It has pinnate leaves and fragrant, pea-like, purple flowers. It is found in woodlands, scrub, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia griffoniana is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia griffoniana has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia griffoniana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Millettia griffoniana

Millettia griffoniana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Millettia griffoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia griffoniana?

Millettia griffoniana

What is the common name of Millettia griffoniana?

Griffoniana

What is the natural habitat of Millettia griffoniana?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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