Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harmsiana
ID:
200781

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Congo Belge, Bot., sér. 5, 1: 139 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200110

Common Names

  • Harms' Millettia
  • Harms' Wood-sorrel
  • Wood-sorrel

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Synonyms

  • Millettia harmsiana acuminata De Wild. [valid]

Description

Millettia harmsiana (also called Millettia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to India and South East Asia. It has a single stem with long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia harmsiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia harmsiana has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia harmsiana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Millettia harmsiana

Millettia harmsiana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Millettia harmsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia harmsiana?

Millettia harmsiana

What type of plant is Millettia harmsiana?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Millettia harmsiana?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka

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