Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
adariensis
ID:
1427517

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Subram.

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Pl. Arch.17(2): 1788, t. 10 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443682


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Description

Crotalaria adariensis (also called the Brazilian Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry and wet habitats. It is a small shrub with a woody stem and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria adariensis has been used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria adariensis has small, yellow flowers with red anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria adariensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Crotalaria adariensis

Crotalaria adariensis can be found in India.

Crotalaria adariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria adariensis?

Crotalaria adariensis

What are the common names of Crotalaria adariensis?

Adar's rattlebox, Ethiopian rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria adariensis?

Dry, rocky slopes, scrubland, and open woodlands

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

Dubagunta Subramanian (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Subram.' in the authors string.