Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunn
Source:
ildis
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.49: 220 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200767
Common Names
- Millettia thollonii
- Thollon's Millettia
- Thollon's Wisteria
Description
Millettia thollonii (also called 'Thollon'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 thollonii 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 thollonii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Millettia thollonii 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 thollonii
Millettia thollonii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.
Millettia thollonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Millettia thollonii?
Millettia thollonii
What are the common names of Millettia thollonii?
Thollon's Bauhinia, Thollon's Bauhinia Tree
What is the growth habit of Millettia thollonii?
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