Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
comosa
ID:
210663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 34 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209992

Common Names

  • Comose Rattlebox
  • Comose Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Comosa

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria dilloniana Baker [valid]
  • Chrysocalyx quartinianus A.Rich. [valid]
  • Crotalaria pycnostachya angolensis Baker f. [valid]
  • Crotalaria dilloniana camerunensis Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria comosa (also called Showy Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It has a height of up to 1 m and has yellow flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and northern Mexico, and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria comosa is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in erosion control projects and revegetation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria comosa has yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves with yellow veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria comosa is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10cm apart when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Crotalaria comosa

Crotalaria comosa can be found in the Central Coast of California, USA.

Crotalaria comosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria comosa?

Crotalaria comosa

What type of plant is Crotalaria comosa?

Crotalaria comosa is an annual herb

Where does Crotalaria comosa grow?

Crotalaria comosa 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