Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
calycina
ID:
211254

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrank

Source:
ildis

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. Hort. Monac.: t. 12 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210583

Common Names

  • Crotalaria calycina
  • Blue Rattlebox
  • Calycina Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria anthylloides D.Don [illegitimate]
  • Crotalaria roxburghiana DC. [valid]
  • Crotalaria stricta Roxb. [illegitimate]
  • Crotalaria crenata Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Crotalaria crinita Graham [invalid]
  • Crotalaria nipaulensis G.Don [valid]
  • Crotalaria roxburghii Spreng. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria calycina (also called Calyx Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Africa. It has a spreading, rounded crown and grows up to 5 meters in height. Its bark is smooth and grey, and its leaves are dark green and bipinnate. It is found in dry savannas, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria calycina is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria calycina has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are short and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria calycina is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and to keep the soil moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Crotalaria calycina

Crotalaria calycina is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Crotalaria calycina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria calycina?

Crotalaria calycina

What is the common name of Crotalaria calycina?

Cup-shaped rattlebox

Where is Crotalaria calycina native to?

Tropical Africa

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