Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cajanifolia
ID:
184245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
F.W.H.von Humboldt, A.J.A.Bonpland & C.S.Kunth, Nov. Gen. Sp.6: 405 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183574

Common Names

  • Crotalaria cajanifolia
  • Cajan-leaved Rattlebox
  • Cajan-leaved Crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria carmioli Pol. [valid]
  • Crotalaria viminalis Rose [valid]
  • Crotalaria vitellina orcuttiana Senn [deprecated]
  • Crotalaria eriocarpa viminalis (Rose) Windler [valid]
  • Crotalaria vitellina orcuttiana H.Senn [valid]

Description

Crotalaria cajanifolia (also called 'Cajan Pea', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has a woody stem. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria cajanifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood and timber, and as a shade tree. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria cajanifolia is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria cajanifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate moderate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Crotalaria cajanifolia

Crotalaria cajanifolia can be found in Africa, including Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Angola, Namibia, South Africa, and Madagascar.

Crotalaria cajanifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria cajanifolia?

Crotalaria cajanifolia

What is the common name of Crotalaria cajanifolia?

Cajan Leaf Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria cajanifolia?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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