Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
diminuta
ID:
211045

Status:
valid

Authors:
Polhill

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.25: 286 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210374

Common Names

  • Diminuta Crotalaria
  • Diminutive Rattlebox
  • Diminutive Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria diminuta (also called Crotalaria Diminuta, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight stem with a grayish-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-oblong, and have a pointed tip. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria diminuta is used as an ornamental plant, for shade, and for windbreaks. It is also used in reforestation and soil conservation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria diminuta has yellow flowers, each with a short corolla tube and five lobes. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria diminuta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take 3-4 inch cuttings from the tips of the plant and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Crotalaria diminuta

Crotalaria diminuta is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Crotalaria diminuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria diminuta?

Crotalaria diminuta

What is the common name of Crotalaria diminuta?

Diminuta Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria diminuta?

Tropical rainforests

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