Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sapinii
ID:
201307

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Compagnie du Kasaï: 310 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200636



Common Names

  • Millettia Sapinii
  • Sapin Millettia
  • Sapin Bean


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Synonyms

  • Millettia sapinii longeacuminata De Wild. [valid]
  • Millettia sapinii subrubrosericea De Wild. [valid]

Description

Millettia sapinii (also called 'Sapinii', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India and Southeast Asia. It has a rounded crown and a light grey bark. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry and moist forests, and in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia sapinii is used for timber and fuelwood, and its bark is used for tanning and dyeing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia sapinii has small, yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia sapinii is a perennial shrub that is propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be harvested in about 90 days.

Where to Find Millettia sapinii

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

Millettia sapinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia sapinii?

Millettia sapinii

What is the common name of Millettia sapinii?

Sapin's tree

Where is Millettia sapinii found?

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