Millettia piscidia - Uses, Benefits & Care
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Authors:
(Roxb.) Wight
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ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186409
Common Names
- Piscidia
- Fish Poison Tree
- Millettia Piscidia
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- Millettia piscida (Roxb.) Wight [unknown]
Description
Millettia piscidia (also called Fish Poison Tree, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry savannas, woodlands, and along riverbanks. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are compound with a single pair of leaflets.
Uses & Benefits
Millettia piscidia is used as a fish poison and insecticide. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, malaria, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Millettia piscidia is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Millettia piscidia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Millettia piscidia
Millettia piscidia is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands.
Millettia piscidia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Millettia piscidia?
Millettia piscidia
What is the common name of Millettia piscidia?
Piscidia
What is the family of Millettia piscidia?
Fabaceae
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 Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:507490-1: Based on the initial data import