Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanocarpa
ID:
1335007

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hauman) Adomou

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon49: 278 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347461



Common Names

  • Millettia Melanocarpa
  • Melanocarpa Millettia
  • Melanocarpa Tree


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Description

Millettia melanocarpa (also called Black-fruited Millettia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia melanocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia melanocarpa has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow and purple stripes. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia melanocarpa is an evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Millettia melanocarpa

Millettia melanocarpa is native to the tropical regions of Central and West Africa.

Millettia melanocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia melanocarpa?

Millettia melanocarpa

What is the common name of Millettia melanocarpa?

Black-fruited Millettia

Where is Millettia melanocarpa found?

It is found in Southeast Asia.

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

Lucien Leon Hauman (1880-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauman' in the authors string.
C. Adomou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adomou' in the authors string.