Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brevidens
ID:
209969

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 585 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209298

Common Names

  • Crotalaria brevidens
  • Short-Lived Rattlebox
  • Short-Lived Crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria purpureolineata Baker f. [valid]
  • Crotalaria intermedia abyssinica Engl. [valid]
  • Crotalaria intermedia Kotschy [valid]
  • Crotalaria albertiana Baker f. [valid]
  • Crotalaria intermedia dorumaensis (Wilczek) Polhill [unknown]
  • Crotalaria intermedia parviflora (Baker f.) Polhill [unknown]
  • Crotalaria intermedia abyssinica Taub. [unknown]
  • Crotalaria brevidens intermedia (Kotschy) Polhill [unknown]
  • Crotalaria intermedia sericocalyx Taub. & Baker f. [unknown]
  • Crotalaria brevidens dorumaensis (R.Wilczek) Polhill [unknown]
  • Crotalaria intermedia dorumaensis R.Wilczek [unknown]
  • Crotalaria brevidens parviflora (Baker f.) Polhill [unknown]
  • Crotalaria intermedia parviflora Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Crotalaria brevidens (also called short-spurred rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in dry meadows, grassy slopes, and rocky areas. It grows to a height of 20-50 cm, and has yellow flowers and oval-shaped, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria brevidens is used as a fodder crop and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria brevidens has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small and have a single seed in each pod. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria brevidens is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Crotalaria brevidens

Crotalaria brevidens is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in dry, sandy habitats. It is also found in parts of the Caribbean and Central America.

Crotalaria brevidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria brevidens?

Crotalaria brevidens

What is the family of Crotalaria brevidens?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Crotalaria brevidens?

Short-stalked rattlebox

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