Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cylindrocarpa
ID:
208063

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 133 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207392

Common Names

  • Cylindrocarpa Rattlebox
  • Cylindrocarpa Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Cylindrocarpa

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria pseudopodocarpa R.E.Fr. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria cylindrocarpa (also called Cylindrical-Fruited Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to South Africa and Zimbabwe, and is found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria cylindrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria cylindrocarpa is a yellow-orange color with a long, tubular shape. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria cylindrocarpa is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by sowing seeds in late spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in shallow drills and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 10-15 cm apart.

Where to Find Crotalaria cylindrocarpa

Crotalaria cylindrocarpa can be found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas in the Mediterranean region.

Crotalaria cylindrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria cylindrocarpa?

Crotalaria cylindrocarpa

What is the family of Crotalaria cylindrocarpa?

Fabaceae

What is the origin of Crotalaria cylindrocarpa?

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