Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
becquetii
ID:
207241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f. ex R.Wilczek

Source:
ildis

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles23: 188 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206570

Common Names

  • Crotalaria becquetii
  • Becquet's Crotalaria
  • Becquet's Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria becquetii (also called Becquet's Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to India, and is found in dry and moist savannas, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria becquetii is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of timber and fuel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria becquetii sub. becquetii
Crotalaria becquetii sub. turgida Polhill

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria becquetii has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm long. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria becquetii is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a warm, moist environment until they root.

Where to Find Crotalaria becquetii

Crotalaria becquetii can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru.

Crotalaria becquetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria becquetii?

Crotalaria becquetii

What is the common name of Crotalaria becquetii?

Becquet's Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria becquetii?

Tropical rainforests 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

References

Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.