Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
dissitiflora
ID:
189154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
T.L.Mitchell, J. Exped. Trop. Australia: 386 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188483

Common Names

  • Spreading Rattlepod
  • Rattlepod
  • Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria dissitiflora (also called Spreading rattlepod, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a sprawling habit and yellow-green foliage. It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria dissitiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a green manure crop to improve soil fertility.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria dissitiflora sub. rugosa (Benth.) A.T.Lee
Crotalaria dissitiflora sub. benthamiana (E.Pritz.) A.E.Holland
Crotalaria dissitiflora sub. dissitiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria dissitiflora are yellow, about 1 cm in diameter and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria dissitiflora can be propagated from seed. Collect the seed in late summer or early autumn and sow it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the seed in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The seed should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Crotalaria dissitiflora

Crotalaria dissitiflora is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland.

Crotalaria dissitiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria dissitiflora?

Crotalaria dissitiflora

What is the common name of Crotalaria dissitiflora?

Distant-flowered Rattlepod

Where is Crotalaria dissitiflora found?

It is found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia

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