Status:
valid
Authors:
J.B.Gillett
Source:
ildis
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.15: 22 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200227
Common Names
- Millettia lacus-alberti
- Lacus-Alberti Millettia
- Lacus-Alberti Millettia
Description
Millettia lacus-alberti (also called Albert's Lake Millettia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Africa. It has compound leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Millettia lacus-alberti is used as a medicinal herb for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Millettia lacus-alberti is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Millettia lacus-alberti is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Millettia lacus-alberti
Millettia lacus-alberti is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Millettia lacus-alberti FAQ
What is the scientific name of Millettia lacus-alberti?
Millettia lacus-alberti
What is the common name of Millettia lacus-alberti?
Albert's Millettia
Where is Millettia lacus-alberti native to?
India, China, and Thailand
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