Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrostachya
ID:
186576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Collett & Hemsl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.28: 41 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185905

Common Names

  • Macrostachya Millettia
  • Millettia Macrostachya
  • Woody Millettia

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Synonyms

  • Millettia macrostachya multifoliolata Y.Y.Qian [unknown]

Description

Millettia macrostachya (also called Large-spike Millettia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australia. It typically grows in open woodlands and grasslands, and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia macrostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Millettia macrostachya var. macrostachya

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Millettia macrostachya has small yellow flowers with five petals and a dark centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia macrostachya can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Millettia macrostachya

Millettia macrostachya can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos.

Millettia macrostachya FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Millettia macrostachya?

Millettia macrostachya is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist forests.

What is the average height of Millettia macrostachya?

Millettia macrostachya typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.

What are the uses of Millettia macrostachya?

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

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

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Henry Collett (1836-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Collett' in the authors string.