Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
barnabassii
ID:
207594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dinter ex Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.42: 356 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206923

Common Names

  • Crotalaria barnabassii
  • Barnabas' Crotalaria
  • Barnabas' Crotalaria Vine

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria mossamedesiana Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria barnabassii (also called Barnabas' Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender, erect stem. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria barnabassii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria barnabassii has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria barnabassii is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Crotalaria barnabassii

Crotalaria barnabassii is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles.

Crotalaria barnabassii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria barnabassii?

Crotalaria barnabassii

What is the common name of Crotalaria barnabassii?

Crotalaria barnabassii

What is the family of Crotalaria barnabassii?

Fabaceae

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

Kurt Dinter (1868-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dinter' in the authors string.
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.