Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chrysochlora
ID:
210557

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f. ex Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
G.W.J.Mildbraed (ed.), Wiss. Erg. Deut. Zentr.-Afr. Exped., Bot.2: 244 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209886

Common Names

  • Crotalaria chrysochlora
  • Chrysochlora Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria megapreryx Baker f. & W.Martin [valid]
  • Crotalaria megapteryx Baker f. & E.H. Martin [unknown]
  • Crotalaria wittei Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria chrysochlora (also called Golden Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, sandy soils. It is a small, erect, annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall and has yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria chrysochlora is a perennial herb used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria chrysochlora has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria chrysochlora is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Crotalaria chrysochlora

Crotalaria chrysochlora can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.

Crotalaria chrysochlora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria chrysochlora?

Crotalaria chrysochlora

What type of plant is Crotalaria chrysochlora?

Crotalaria chrysochlora is an annual herb

Where does Crotalaria chrysochlora grow?

Crotalaria chrysochlora grows in dry, sunny areas in the western United States

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

Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.