Millettia schliebenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem13: 418 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200648
Common Names
- Millettia Schliebenii
- Schliebenii Millettia
- Schliebenii Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Millettia schliebenii (also called 'Schlieben's-milletia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe. It is a small tree, growing up to 10m tall, and is typically found in moist, lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Millettia schliebenii is used for timber and fuelwood, and its bark is used for tanning and dyeing.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Millettia schliebenii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Millettia schliebenii 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 schliebenii
Millettia schliebenii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of the continent.
Millettia schliebenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Millettia schliebenii?
Millettia schliebenii
What is the common name of Millettia schliebenii?
Schliebenii
Where is Millettia schliebenii found?
Tanzania
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
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Millettia schliebenii Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.