Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
amoena
ID:
208458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 26 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207787

Common Names

  • Amoena Crotalaria
  • Amoena Rattlebox
  • Amoena Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria amoena (also called Amoena Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Horn of Africa. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria amoena is used to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and nausea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria amoena has yellow flowers with a red-tipped keel. The seed is a small, round, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria amoena can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Crotalaria amoena

Crotalaria amoena can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Crotalaria amoena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria amoena?

Crotalaria amoena

What is the common name of Crotalaria amoena?

Amoena Rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria amoena?

Dry, open woodlands and savannas

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.