Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thonningii
ID:
201458

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schumach. & Thonn.) Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 128 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200787

Common Names

  • Millettia thonningii
  • Thonning's Millettia
  • Thonning Millettia

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Synonyms

  • Millettia atite Harms [valid]
  • Robinia thonningii Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]
  • Phaseoloides thonningii (Schumach. & Thonn.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Millettia thonningii (also called 'Thonning's millettia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Congo region and is found in dry grasslands and meadows. It has a low-growing habit and its stems are covered in fine hairs. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Millettia thonningii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil improver.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Millettia thonningii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Millettia thonningii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Millettia thonningii

Millettia thonningii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas. It is also cultivated in gardens and parks.

Millettia thonningii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Millettia thonningii?

Millettia thonningii

What is the common name of Millettia thonningii?

Thonning's Millettia

What is the habitat of Millettia thonningii?

It is found in dry forests and woodlands

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

Heinrich Christian Friedrich Schumacher (1757-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schumach.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Peter Thonning (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thonn.' in the authors string.