Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cyanea
ID:
208783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 39 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208112

Common Names

  • Cyanea Rattlebox
  • Cyanea Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Cyanea

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria polyclados Welw. ex Baker [valid]

Description

Crotalaria cyanea (also called Blue Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has grey-green leaves and small, yellow-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria cyanea is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and colds. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Crotalaria cyanea has yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seeds are small, round, and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria cyanea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Crotalaria cyanea

Crotalaria cyanea can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Africa, and South America.

Crotalaria cyanea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria cyanea?

Crotalaria cyanea

What is the common name of Crotalaria cyanea?

Blue Rattlebox

Where is Crotalaria cyanea found?

Crotalaria cyanea is found in the southeastern 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