What kind of climbing plant is the Millettia reticulata?

Other names for Millettia reticulata

Millettia reticulata has many other names, including San Ye Ji Xue Teng, Xue Feng Teng, Jiu Ceng Feng, Fengqing Nan Wu Wei Zi, Shunning Ji Xue Teng, San Yue Huang, San Xue Xiang, Bai Xue Teng, Zha Zi Shu, Zi Geng Teng, Da Xue Teng, Zhu Xue Teng, Hong Teng, Huo Xue Teng, Xue Long Teng, Ma Lu Teng, Guo Gang Long, Wu Ceng Xue.

Growth habits of Millettia reticulata

Millettia reticulata likes warm, sunny environments and can also tolerate shade. It has low requirements for soil, with fertile and loose soil being best, but it can also tolerate poor soil and is relatively drought-tolerant. Overall, its management is fairly extensive.

Effects and functions of Millettia reticulata

Millettia reticulata has quite a few uses. When planted in a courtyard and allowed to climb on a trellis, the effect is very similar to a wisteria trellis, though the flower colors are more vivid. In addition, the vines and roots of Millettia reticulata can also be used medicinally, with effects such as relaxing the tendons, dispersing qi, promoting blood circulation, and activating the meridians.

What makes Millettia reticulata special

What makes Millettia reticulata special is quite interesting: if you cut its stem, you will see bright red sap flow out, much like chicken blood, which is why it is called Ji Xue Teng.