Millettia wellensi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert.3: 358 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200892
Common Names
- Millettia wellensi
- Wellens' Millettia
- Millettia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Millettia wellensi (also called Wellens' millettia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Millettia wellensi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Millettia wellensi has small, yellow flowers that are followed by small, flattened, yellow-brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Millettia wellensi is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Millettia wellensi
Millettia wellensi can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.
Millettia wellensi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Millettia wellensi?
Millettia wellensi
What is the common name of Millettia wellensi?
Wellens' Millettia
What is the family of Millettia wellensi?
Fabaceae
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 wellensii De Wild.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.