Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barteri
ID:
200353

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Dunn

Source:
ildis

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.49: 221 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199682

Common Names

  • Millettia barteri
  • Barteri Millettia
  • Barteri Wood

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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus heudelotianus Baill. [valid]
  • Millettia gentilii De Wild. [valid]
  • Millettia calabarica Dunn [valid]
  • Millettia demeusei De Wild. [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus barteri Benth. [valid]
  • Millettia urophylla Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Phaseoloides urophylla (Welw. ex Baker) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Millettia barteri (also called Barter's Pigeonwood, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. It has a straight trunk and a dense, conical crown, and can reach heights of up to 40 meters. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in secondary vegetation and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia barteri is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia barteri has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, reddish-brown and kidney-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia barteri is a medium-sized tree that grows up to 20 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and placed in a warm, moist environment until rooted.

Where to Find Millettia barteri

Millettia barteri can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Millettia barteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia barteri?

Millettia barteri

What is the common name of Millettia barteri?

Barter's Millettia

What is the natural habitat of Millettia barteri?

Tropical rainforests

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.