Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
acicularis
ID:
189217

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 476 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188546

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Acicularis
  • Needle-Leaf Crotalaria
  • Needle-Leaf Rattlepod

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria disticha Zoll. & Moritzi [valid]

Description

Crotalaria acicularis (also called Needle-leaf Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is found in open forest, woodland and heath in south-western Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria acicularis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria acicularis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria acicularis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the garden. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of around 10cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place in a potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Crotalaria acicularis

Crotalaria acicularis is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Crotalaria acicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria acicularis?

Crotalaria acicularis

What is the common name of Crotalaria acicularis?

Needle rattlepod

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria acicularis?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

Species in the Crotalaria genus

Crotalaria brevipedunculata, Crotalaria mexicana, Crotalaria nayaritensis, Crotalaria rzedowskii, Crotalaria filifolia, Crotalaria grandiflora, Crotalaria martiana, Crotalaria polyphylla, Crotalaria purdieana, Crotalaria quercetorum, Crotalaria quinquefolia, Crotalaria berteroana, Crotalaria brachycarpa, Crotalaria breviflora, Crotalaria bupleurifolia, Crotalaria flavicoma, Crotalaria hilariana, Crotalaria holosericea, Crotalaria longirostrata, Crotalaria mollicula, Crotalaria nana, Crotalaria nitens, Crotalaria pilosa, Crotalaria pumila, Crotalaria purshii, Crotalaria rufipila, Crotalaria sagittalis, Crotalaria tetragona, Crotalaria unifoliolata, Crotalaria velutina, Crotalaria vespertilio, Crotalaria bahiaensis, Crotalaria boliviensis, Crotalaria goiasensis, Crotalaria harleyi, Crotalaria irwinii, Crotalaria semperflorens, Crotalaria schiedeana, Crotalaria grandiflora, Crotalaria lotifolia, Crotalaria gloriae, Crotalaria balansae, Crotalaria maypurensis, Crotalaria rotundifolia, Crotalaria angulata, Crotalaria allophylla, Crotalaria intricata, Crotalaria warfae, Crotalaria vitellina, Crotalaria cajanifolia,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.