Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
angulata
ID:
183925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Senn

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183254

Common Names

  • Angled Rattlepod
  • Crotalaria angulata

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus biflorus A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Crotalaria angulata (also called Angular Rattlepod, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. It has trifoliate leaves and produces clusters of yellow flowers. Its fruits are small, round pods. It grows in disturbed areas, along roadsides, and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria angulata is used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive issues and inflammation. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria angulata is a yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria angulata is an annual plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.

Where to Find Crotalaria angulata

Crotalaria angulata is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Crotalaria angulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria angulata?

Crotalaria angulata

What are the common names of Crotalaria angulata?

Angled Rattlebox, Angled Rattlepod

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria angulata?

It is native to South America and can be found in disturbed areas, open woods, and along 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

Gustav Senn (1875-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Senn' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:487792-1: Based on the initial data import