Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
damarensis
ID:
208130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.10: 27 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207459

Common Names

  • Damarensis Rattlebox
  • Damarensis Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Damarensis

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria marlothii Engl. [valid]
  • Crotalaria fleckii Schinz [valid]
  • Crotalaria lindneri Schinz [valid]
  • Crotalaria diversistipula Harv. [unknown]

Description

Crotalaria damarensis (also called Damaraland 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 damarensis is used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria damarensis 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 damarensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Crotalaria damarensis

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

Crotalaria damarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria damarensis?

Crotalaria damarensis

What are the common names of Crotalaria damarensis?

Damaraland Crotalaria, Damaraland Rattlepod

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria damarensis?

It is native to Namibia and grows in dry, grassy areas

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