Millettia fruticosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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(DC.) Baker
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wfo-0000205346
Common Names
- Fruticose Millettia
- Fruticose Indian Beech Tree
- Fruticose Honge Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Millettia fruticosa (also called 'Bushy Millettia', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady forests. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Millettia fruticosa is used as a source of fuelwood, timber, and fodder for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Millettia fruticosa has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Millettia fruticosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in summer.
Where to Find Millettia fruticosa
Millettia fruticosa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist deciduous forests and along the banks of streams and rivers.
Millettia fruticosa FAQ
What is the common name of Millettia fruticosa?
The common name of Millettia fruticosa is Fruticose Millettia.
What are the uses of Millettia fruticosa?
The uses of Millettia fruticosa include timber, fuelwood, and medicinal purposes.
Where is Millettia fruticosa found?
Millettia fruticosa is found in India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia.
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.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:507373-1: Based on the initial data import