Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
achtenii
ID:
200289

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert.3: 336 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199618

Common Names

  • Achten's Millettia
  • Achten's Legume Tree
  • Achten's Bean Tree

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Synonyms

  • Millettia bibracteolata Pellegr. [valid]

Description

Millettia achtenii (also called Achten's Millettia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with a spreading crown. It is native to Southeast Asia, and grows in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia achtenii is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks, and is also used as a shade tree. It is also used medicinally to treat fever and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Millettia achtenii is a white-pink color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard-shelled seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia achtenii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, fertile soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Millettia achtenii

Millettia achtenii is native to India and can be found in tropical evergreen forests.

Millettia achtenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia achtenii?

Millettia achtenii

What is the common name of Millettia achtenii?

Achtenii Millettia

Where is Millettia achtenii native to?

Southeast Asia

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