Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
arushae
ID:
209522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Milne-Redh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.22: 251 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208851

Common Names

  • Crotalaria arushae
  • Crotalaria Arushae
  • Crotalaria Arushae

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Description

Crotalaria arushae (also called Arusha Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils, often in open woodlands and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria arushae has been used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal purposes such as treating coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria arushae are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria arushae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the grasslands of Central Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate cold temperatures and drought. The plant can be propagated through seed or by division of the rootstock. For best results, the seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Crotalaria arushae

Crotalaria arushae can be found in the dry regions of East Africa, including the countries of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Crotalaria arushae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria arushae?

Crotalaria arushae

What is the common name of Crotalaria arushae?

Arushae

What is the habitat of Crotalaria arushae?

Dry, open woodlands

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