Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
goossensii
ID:
200702

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hauman) Polhill

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.25: 260 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200031

Common Names

  • Millettia
  • Goossensii
  • Goossens' Millettia

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Synonyms

  • Lonchocarpus goossensii Hauman [valid]

Description

Millettia goossensii (also called Goossens' Millettia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, typically growing to a height of 10-15 m. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia goossensii is used for its medicinal properties and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Millettia goossensii are white or pale pink, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia goossensii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and placed in a warm, humid environment. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and grown in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Millettia goossensii

Millettia goossensii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Millettia goossensii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia goossensii?

Millettia goossensii

What is the common name of Millettia goossensii?

Goossensii

What is the natural habitat of Millettia goossensii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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.
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.