Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
argyrolobioides
ID:
211391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1897: 249 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210720

Common Names

  • Argyrolobioides Crotalaria
  • Argyrolobioides Rattlepod
  • Argyrolobioides Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria kasikiensis Baker f. [valid]
  • Crotalaria singuliflora Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria argyrolobioides (also called 'Argyrolobium-Like Rattlebox', 'Argyrolobium-Like Crotalaria' and 'Argyrolobium-Like Pea', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to tropical Africa. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria argyrolobioides has been used as a forage crop, a green manure crop, and a soil improver. It is also used as a cover crop for controlling erosion and improving soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria argyrolobioides are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria argyrolobioides is a fast-growing, annual plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. The plant can be harvested for its seed pods when they are dry and brown. The pods can be collected and the seeds can be used for propagation.

Where to Find Crotalaria argyrolobioides

Crotalaria argyrolobioides is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Crotalaria argyrolobioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria argyrolobioides?

Crotalaria argyrolobioides

What is the common name of Crotalaria argyrolobioides?

Argyrolobioides Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria argyrolobioides?

Dry, sandy soils

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