Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
beddomeana
ID:
204967

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thoth. & A.A.Ansari

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India20: 180 (1978 publ. 1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204296

Common Names

  • Beddome's Crotalaria
  • Beddome's Rattlebox
  • Beddome's Rattlepod

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria lanata Bedd. [illegitimate]
  • Crotalaria lunata Bedd. ex Polhill [illegitimate]

Description

Crotalaria beddomeana (also called 'Beddome's Rattlebox', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry, open, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria beddomeana is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of firewood, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria beddomeana has small, yellow flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria beddomeana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Crotalaria beddomeana

Crotalaria beddomeana is native to India and can be found in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.

Crotalaria beddomeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria beddomeana?

Crotalaria beddomeana

What is the common name of Crotalaria beddomeana?

Beddome's Rattlebox

What is the habitat of Crotalaria beddomeana?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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

K. Thothathri (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoth.' in the authors string.
Anis Ahmad Ansari (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.A.Ansari' in the authors string.