Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
emarginata
ID:
210211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 584 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209540

Common Names

  • Crotalaria emarginata
  • Notched Rattlepod
  • Notched Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria emarginata (also called Notched Crotalaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem and leaves that are divided into three leaflets. It grows in open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and wastelands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria emarginata is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its edible seeds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria emarginata are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria emarginata is a perennial legume that is native to Central Asia. It is a hardy plant that is easy to grow and can tolerate a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and should be planted in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer and the plants will flower in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Crotalaria emarginata

Crotalaria emarginata can be found in the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran.

Crotalaria emarginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria emarginata?

Crotalaria emarginata

What is the common name of Crotalaria emarginata?

Notched rattlebox

What is the habitat of Crotalaria emarginata?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, woodland edges, and roadsides

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.