Millettia solomonensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.32: 247 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185896
Common Names
- Millettia Solomonensis
- Solomon Islands Millettia
- Pongam Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Millettia solomonensis (also called Solomon Islands 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 solomonensis is a leguminous plant that is used as a cover crop and green manure. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Millettia solomonensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Millettia solomonensis 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 solomonensis
Millettia solomonensis is native to the Solomon Islands and can be found in moist, open forests.
Millettia solomonensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Millettia solomonensis?
Millettia solomonensis is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist forests.
What is the average height of Millettia solomonensis?
Millettia solomonensis typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.
What are the uses of Millettia solomonensis?
Millettia solomonensis 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
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Millettia solomonensis Verdc.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.