Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
colorata
ID:
211276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Mém. Herb. Boissier1: 127 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210605

Common Names

  • Crotalaria colorata
  • Colorata Rattlebox
  • Colored Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria colorata (also called Colored 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 colorata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria colorata sub. erecta (Schinz) Polhill
Crotalaria colorata sub. colorata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria colorata has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria colorata is a fast-growing, annual shrub that is native to East Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Crotalaria colorata

Crotalaria colorata is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Crotalaria colorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria colorata?

Crotalaria colorata

What is the common name of Crotalaria colorata?

Colourful rattlebox

Where is Crotalaria colorata 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

References