Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunn
Source:
ildis
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C6: 316 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206866
Common Names
- Millettia stipulata
- Millettia Vine
- Millettia Tree
Description
Millettia stipulata (also called Stipulate Millettia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the Philippines and is found in lowland forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Millettia stipulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of green manure. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Millettia stipulata has small white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedling has a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Millettia stipulata is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Millettia stipulata
Millettia stipulata is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.
Millettia stipulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Millettia stipulata?
Millettia stipulata
What is the common name of Millettia stipulata?
Stipulate millettia
What is the distribution of Millettia stipulata?
It is found in India
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