Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cylindrostachys
ID:
210717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 15 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210046

Common Names

  • Cylindrostachys Crotalaria
  • Cylindrostachys Rattlebox
  • Cylindrostachys Pea

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Description

Crotalaria cylindrostachys (also called Cylindrical-Spike 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 cylindrostachys is used as a green manure crop, as a soil stabilizer, and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria cylindrostachys 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 cylindrostachys is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in well-drained soil. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Crotalaria cylindrostachys

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

Crotalaria cylindrostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria cylindrostachys?

Crotalaria cylindrostachys

What are the common names of Crotalaria cylindrostachys?

Cylindrical rattlepod, cylindrical rattlebox, cylindrical rattlebox-pea

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria cylindrostachys?

It is found in dry open woodland, bushland, and grassland

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.