Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
filiformis
ID:
200582

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 475 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199911

Common Names

  • Crotalaria filiformis
  • Thread-Like Crotalaria
  • Thread-Like Bean

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria filiformis filiformis [unknown]
  • Crotalaria filiformis kerrii (Craib) Niyomdham [valid]
  • Crotalaria kerrii Craib [valid]

Description

Crotalaria filiformis (also called Thread-Leaved 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 filiformis 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 filiformis has yellow flowers and its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria filiformis 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 filiformis

Crotalaria filiformis is native to tropical Asia and can be found in areas with moist soils.

Crotalaria filiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria filiformis?

Crotalaria filiformis

What are the common names of Crotalaria filiformis?

Thread-like Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria filiformis?

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

References

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.