Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
evolvuloides
ID:
200581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
ildis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
R.Wight & G.A.W.Arnott, Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 188 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199910

Common Names

  • Crotalaria evolvuloides
  • Evolvuloides Crotalaria
  • Evolvuloides Bean

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria evolvuloides evolvuloides [unknown]
  • Crotalaria evolvuloides acutifolia Gamble [unknown]
  • Crotalaria pusilla Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [illegitimate]

Description

Crotalaria evolvuloides (also called Evolvuloides Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Southeast Asia. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 5-8 meters in height. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and along roadsides and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria evolvuloides is a fast-growing tree that is commonly used for firewood, charcoal, and timber. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria evolvuloides has yellow flowers and its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria evolvuloides is an annual herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Crotalaria evolvuloides

Crotalaria evolvuloides is native to tropical Africa and can be found in areas with sandy soils.

Crotalaria evolvuloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria evolvuloides?

Crotalaria evolvuloides

What are the common names of Crotalaria evolvuloides?

Evolvuloides Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria evolvuloides?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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