Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
boehmii
ID:
210930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Taub.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler (ed.), Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas, C: 204 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210259

Common Names

  • Crotalaria boehmii
  • Boehm's Rattlebox
  • Boehm's Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria boehmii (also called Boehm's Crotalaria, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to Africa and is found in dry, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria boehmii is used as a forage crop and as a soil-enriching cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria boehmii has small yellow flowers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria boehmii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. When grown from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Crotalaria boehmii

Crotalaria boehmii is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.

Crotalaria boehmii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria boehmii?

Crotalaria boehmii

What is the common name of Crotalaria boehmii?

Boehm's Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria boehmii?

Dry, rocky slopes and 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