Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
flavicarinata
ID:
211107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.37: 437 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210436

Common Names

  • Crotalaria flavicarinata
  • Flavicarinata rattlebox
  • Flavicarinata crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria cataractarum Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria flavicarinata (also called 'Yellow-veined Rattlebox' and 'Flavicarinata Crotalaria', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests and open areas. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 meters in height, with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria flavicarinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used to make paper and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria flavicarinata are yellow and pea-shaped. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria flavicarinata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Crotalaria flavicarinata

Crotalaria flavicarinata is native to Mexico and Central America.

Crotalaria flavicarinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria flavicarinata?

Crotalaria flavicarinata

What is the common name of Crotalaria flavicarinata?

Flavicarinata crotalaria

What is the family of Crotalaria flavicarinata?

Fabaceae

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