Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
201531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 129 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200860



Common Names

  • Millettia versicolor
  • Versicolor Millettia
  • Versicolor Millettia Plant


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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus dewevrei Micheli [valid]
  • Phaseoloides versicolor (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Millettia versicolor (also called 'Versicolor Millettia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a branched stem, with alternate, pinnate leaves with 3-7 leaflets. It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia versicolor is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Millettia versicolor is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia versicolor can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Millettia versicolor

Millettia versicolor can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.

Millettia versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia versicolor?

Millettia versicolor

What is the common name of Millettia versicolor?

Versicolor Millettia

What is the habitat of Millettia versicolor?

It is found in moist forests and woodlands

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.