Millettia urophylloides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 2: 147 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200797
Common Names
- Millettia urophylloides
- Urophylloid Millettia
- Urophylloid Wisteria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Millettia urophylloides (also called 'Urophylloides', 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 urophylloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil improver.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Millettia urophylloides var. atenensis (De Wild.) HaumanMillettia urophylloides var. urophylloides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Millettia urophylloides 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Millettia urophylloides 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 containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Millettia urophylloides
Millettia urophylloides is native to tropical Africa and can be found in dry, open areas such as savannas and grasslands.
Millettia urophylloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Millettia urophylloides?
Millettia urophylloides
What is the common name of Millettia urophylloides?
Urophylloid Millettia
What is the native range of Millettia urophylloides?
Africa
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Millettia urophylloides De Wild.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.