Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
boutiqueana
ID:
208838

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Wilczek

Source:
ildis

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles23: 130 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208167

Common Names

  • Crotalaria boutiqueana
  • Boutique's Crotalaria
  • Boutique's Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria boutiqueana (also called Boutique Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America in the United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria boutiqueana is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, coughs, and other respiratory illnesses. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as constipation and diarrhea. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria boutiqueana is yellow, with a dark purple center. The seed is small and round, with a black color. The seedlings have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria boutiqueana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Crotalaria boutiqueana

Crotalaria boutiqueana is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Crotalaria boutiqueana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria boutiqueana?

Crotalaria boutiqueana

What is the common name of Crotalaria boutiqueana?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria boutiqueana?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes in the mountains of central and western China

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