Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chrysantha
ID:
627225

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ahn & S.H.Park

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
J. Korean Pl. Taxon.7: 23 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626557

Common Names

  • Crotalaria chrysantha
  • Chrysantha Crotalaria
  • Chrysantha Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria chrysantha (also called golden rattlepod, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and long, narrow pods. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America and is found in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria chrysantha is used as a cover crop, green manure, and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria chrysantha has yellow flowers with a long, slender corolla tube. The seeds are small, flat, and black. The seedlings have long, slender stems with alternate, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria chrysantha is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are 10-15 cm tall. The plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil, and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied in spring and summer.

Where to Find Crotalaria chrysantha

Crotalaria chrysantha is native to tropical Africa.

Crotalaria chrysantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria chrysantha?

Crotalaria chrysantha

What is the common name of Crotalaria chrysantha?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria chrysantha?

Tropical rainforest

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

Kun-Yong Ahn: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ahn' in the authors string.
Soo Hyun Park: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.H.Park' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:928437-1: Based on the initial data import