Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
deflersii
ID:
209489

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schweinf.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier4(App. 2): 224 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208818

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Deflersii
  • Oxytropis Rhizantha
  • Oxytropis Rosea

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Description

Crotalaria deflersii (also called Defler's Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry meadows, rocky slopes, and mountain steppes.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria deflersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria deflersii is a yellow-white to purple-violet pea-like flower with a short, broad corolla tube. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria deflersii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It is typically found in dry, rocky soils and prefers full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall and should be done carefully to avoid damaging the roots.

Where to Find Crotalaria deflersii

Crotalaria deflersii can be found in the steppes of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Mongolia.

Crotalaria deflersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria deflersii?

Crotalaria deflersii

What is the family of Crotalaria deflersii?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Crotalaria deflersii?

Deflers' rattlebox

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