Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
albicaulis
ID:
209891

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Sert. Somal.: 26 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209220

Common Names

  • Crotalaria albicaulis
  • White-stemmed Rattlebox
  • White-stemmed Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria albicaulis (also called White-stemmed Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria albicaulis is used as a fodder plant for livestock and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria albicaulis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria albicaulis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in sandy or rocky soils.

Where to Find Crotalaria albicaulis

Crotalaria albicaulis is native to Kenya and can be found in the Narok County.

Crotalaria albicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria albicaulis?

Crotalaria albicaulis

What is the common name of Crotalaria albicaulis?

White-stemmed Rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria albicaulis?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes

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