Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
albida
ID:
185741

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Heyne ex Roth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Nov. Pl. Sp.: 333 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185070

Common Names

  • Crotalaria albida
  • White Rattlepod
  • White Crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria formosana T.Ito & Matsum. [unknown]
  • Crotalaria tecta sensu Trimen non Roth [deprecated]
  • Crotalaria pseudohenricii Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Crotalaria albida (also called White Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of leguminous shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a small to medium-sized shrub with trifoliate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria albida has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a natural dye and as a soil conditioner.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria montana var. exserta (Domin) A.E.Holland
Crotalaria albida var. albida
Crotalaria albida var. gengmanensis (Z.Wei & C.Y.Yang) C.Chen & J.Q.Li

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria albida has yellow flowers with a white throat. Its seeds are round and black. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria albida is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant will need to be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Crotalaria albida

Crotalaria albida is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It is found in dry, open areas, such as in grasslands and along roadsides.

Crotalaria albida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria albida?

Crotalaria albida

What are the common names of Crotalaria albida?

White Rattlepod

What is the native range of Crotalaria albida?

India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines

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

Benjamin Heyne (1770-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Heyne' in the authors string.
Albrecht Wilhelm Roth (1757-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roth' in the authors string.