Elmillea

Elmillea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, commonly known as legumes. Species within Elmillea are native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia. These plants are characterized by their pinnately compound leaves and their inflorescences, which typically bear papilionaceous flowers. The flowers, typical of the pea family, have a distinctive structure with a standard petal, two wing petals, and a keel formed by two fused petals. Following fertilization, Elmillea plants produce pods, which are the characteristic fruit of the Fabaceae family, containing seeds.

The exact taxonomic classification of Elmillea has seen some revision over time, with some species previously placed in other genera now being recognized as belonging to Elmillea. Research into the genetic relationships within the Fabaceae family continues to refine our understanding of Elmillea's placement and its closest relatives. Ecological roles of Elmillea species vary, but like many legumes, they are capable of nitrogen fixation through symbiotic relationships with bacteria in their root nodules, contributing to soil fertility. The specific uses of Elmillea species by humans are not widely documented, though some may have local or traditional applications. Further botanical and ethnobotanical studies would be needed to fully elucidate the significance of this genus.