Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comosa
ID:
200440

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Micheli) Hauman

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge5: 30 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199769

Common Names

  • Millettia comosa
  • Shaggy Millettia
  • Shaggy False Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus comosus Micheli [valid]
  • Millettia vermoesenii De Wild. [valid]
  • Millettia gagnepainiana Dunn [valid]
  • Millettia brunneosericea De Wild. [valid]
  • Millettia comosa vermoesenii (De Wild.) Hauman [unknown]

Description

Millettia comosa (also called 'Comose Millettia', among many other common names) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It can reach heights of up to 20 meters and has a wide, spreading crown. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open forests, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia comosa is used as a timber tree for its strong and durable wood. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Millettia comosa are small and yellow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a greyish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia comosa is a tropical tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. For cuttings, take 6-8 inch cuttings from the tips of branches and place in a rooting medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Where to Find Millettia comosa

Millettia comosa is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in dry deciduous forests, scrub jungles, and open grasslands.

Millettia comosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia comosa?

Millettia comosa

What is the common name of Millettia comosa?

Comose millettia

What is the natural habitat of Millettia comosa?

Tropical forests of 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

References

Lucien Leon Hauman (1880-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauman' in the authors string.
Marc Micheli (1844-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Micheli' in the authors string.