Crotalaria aidiostipulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aidiostipulata
ID:
627185
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilli
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien83: 443 (1979 publ. 1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626517
Common Names
- Aidiostipulate Crotalaria
- Crotalaria aidiostipulata
- Aidiostipulate Crotalaria Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crotalaria aidiostipulata (also called Aidiostipulata Crotalaria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It has dark green, glossy leaves and yellow, fragrant flowers. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Northern Australia and New Guinea and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria aidiostipulata is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic and for treating fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria aidiostipulata has yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Crotalaria aidiostipulata is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.
Where to Find Crotalaria aidiostipulata
Crotalaria aidiostipulata is native to tropical Africa.
Crotalaria aidiostipulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria aidiostipulata?
Crotalaria aidiostipulata
What is the common name of Crotalaria aidiostipulata?
Aidiostipulate rattlebox
What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria aidiostipulata?
Dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides
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
Alexander Gilli (1903-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilli' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:896435-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Crotalaria aidiostipulata Gilli: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.