Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
psilopetala
ID:
201253

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
G.W.J.Mildbraed (ed.), Wiss. Erg. Deut. Zentr.-Afr. Exped., Bot.2: 256 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200582



Common Names

  • Millettia Psilopetala
  • Psilopetala Millettia
  • Millettia


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Synonyms

  • Craibia bequaertii De Wild. [valid]

Description

Millettia psilopetala (also called 'Winged Millettia', among many other common names) is a small deciduous tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It has a dense, rounded crown and a short trunk. Its leaves are pinnate, with 3-5 leaflets, and its flowers are white. It is found in dry, open forests and scrublands, and is often used as an ornamental in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia psilopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Millettia psilopetala is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia psilopetala is a tropical tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature trees and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. The tree prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Millettia psilopetala

Millettia psilopetala is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Millettia psilopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia psilopetala?

Millettia psilopetala

What is the common name of Millettia psilopetala?

African wisteria

What is the family of Millettia psilopetala?

Fabaceae

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