Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semseii
ID:
201330

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Gillett

Source:
ildis

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.15: 26 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200659



Common Names

  • Millettia Semseii
  • Semseii Millettia
  • Semseii Bean


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Description

Millettia semseii (also called 'Semsei'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 semseii is used for timber and fuelwood, and its bark is used for tanning and dyeing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia semseii 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 semseii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Millettia semseii

Millettia semseii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of the continent.

Millettia semseii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia semseii?

Millettia semseii

What is the common name of Millettia semseii?

Semsei's Millettia

What is the natural habitat of Millettia semseii?

Millettia semseii is native to Vietnam

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