Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
teuszii
ID:
201427

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Büttner) De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 1: 140 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200756



Common Names

  • Millettia teuszii
  • Teusz's Millettia
  • Teusz's Wisteria


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Synonyms

  • Millettia chevalieri Harms [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus theuszii Büttner [valid]

Description

Millettia teuszii (also called 'Teusz's millettia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Congo region and is found in dry grasslands and meadows. It has a low-growing habit and its stems are covered in fine hairs. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia teuszii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil improver.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Millettia teuszii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia teuszii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Millettia teuszii

Millettia teuszii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Millettia teuszii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia teuszii?

Millettia teuszii

What are the common names of Millettia teuszii?

Teusz's Bauhinia, Teusz's Bauhinia Tree

What is the growth habit of Millettia teuszii?

It is a small to medium-sized tree, up to 15 m tall

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

Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Richard Büttner (1858-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Büttner' in the authors string.