Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cobalticola
ID:
211492

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.A.Duvign. & Plancke

Source:
ildis

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique91: 119 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210821

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Cobalticola
  • Cobalticola Rattlebox
  • Cobalticola Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria cobalticola (also called Cobalticola Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 4 m tall, native to tropical Africa. It grows in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria cobalticola is used as a fodder crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria cobalticola are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are black and flat, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria cobalticola can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can tolerate drought and frost. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Crotalaria cobalticola

Crotalaria cobalticola is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is also found in parts of Europe, North America, and South America.

Crotalaria cobalticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria cobalticola?

Crotalaria cobalticola

What is the common name of Crotalaria cobalticola?

Cobalticola Crotalaria

What is the habitat of Crotalaria cobalticola?

It is found in dry and moist forests, woodlands, and grasslands

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

Paul Auguste Duvigneaud (1913-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Duvign.' in the authors string.
Jacqueline Plancke (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Plancke' in the authors string.