Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
erythrophleba
ID:
211534

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 25 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210863

Common Names

  • Erythrophleba Crotalaria
  • Erythrophleba Rattlebox
  • Erythrophleba Rattleweed

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Description

Crotalaria erythrophleba (also called Red-leaved Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and grows in dry, open habitats. It has a spreading canopy and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria erythrophleba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria erythrophleba has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a taproot and two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria erythrophleba is an annual plant native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed and prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Crotalaria erythrophleba

Crotalaria erythrophleba is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the wild in areas such as Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Crotalaria erythrophleba FAQ

What is the common name of Crotalaria erythrophleba?

Erythrophlebous Crotalaria

What is the scientific name of Erythrophlebous Crotalaria?

Crotalaria erythrophleba

What is the growth habit of Crotalaria erythrophleba?

It is an erect, annual herb

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.