Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
adolfi
ID:
207625

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.54: 381 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206954

Common Names

  • Crotalaria adolfi
  • Adolf's Crotalaria
  • Adolf's Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria adolfi (also called 'Adolf's rattlebox', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in open forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria adolfi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria adolfi has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria adolfi is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Crotalaria adolfi

Crotalaria adolfi is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles.

Crotalaria adolfi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria adolfi?

Crotalaria adolfi

What type of plant is Crotalaria adolfi?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria adolfi?

Dry forests and scrublands

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