Millettia dura is a small tree up to 13 m tall. Naturally found in upland evergreen forest margins and remnants. Young trees should be protected from browsing. Trees are ready for harvesting at about 50 years of age. The tree can tolerate a dry season of up to 6 months and can grow in areas with mean annual rainfall as low as 700 mm provided it has access to extra water from a perennial stream or underground source. It does not tolerate waterlogging. Trees are employed in soil conservation. It can be planted for the production of timber and charcoal. This species is fast growing and drought resistant once established a good candidate for afforestation endeavours. An important tree for soil conservation and improvement. The leaves can be fed to livestock. The wood is an attractive brown colour, which darkens on exposure and with oiling; the hard, dark heartwood is durable on the ground, works easily, and is heavy, strong, open grained and resistant to termites. It resembles teak and is mainly used for outdoor construction work, furniture, boats, cabinet work, panelling, frames and floors.