Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brevis
ID:
188703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot.22(89): 178 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188032

Common Names

  • Broom Rattlepod
  • Crotalaria brevis
  • Short-leaved Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria brevis (also called Short-leaved Crotalaria, among many other common names) is an erect, annual shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria brevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers. It is also used as a source of food and medicine in some areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria brevis has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria brevis is a small shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from actively growing stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Crotalaria brevis

Crotalaria brevis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Crotalaria brevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria brevis?

Crotalaria brevis

What is the common name of Crotalaria brevis?

Short-leaved Rattlepod

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria brevis?

Open forest and woodland

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