Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aridicola
ID:
186619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot.22(89): 180 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185948

Common Names

  • Aridicola Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Aridicola
  • Aridicola Bean

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Description

Crotalaria aridicola (also called 'Desert Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in open woodlands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria aridicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria aridicola sub. glabrata A.E.Holland
Crotalaria aridicola sub. densifolia A.E.Holland
Crotalaria aridicola sub. aridicola

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria aridicola has yellow flowers with five petals that are fused together at the base. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria aridicola is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Crotalaria aridicola

Crotalaria aridicola is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Crotalaria aridicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria aridicola?

Crotalaria aridicola

What are the common names of Crotalaria aridicola?

Dryland rattlepod, Dryland crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria aridicola?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests of Africa

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