Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
formosa
ID:
204990

Status:
valid

Authors:
Graham ex Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 186 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204319

Common Names

  • Formose Crotalaria
  • Beautiful Rattlebox
  • Beautiful Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria formosa (also called 'Beautiful Rattlebox', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry, open, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria formosa is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of firewood, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria formosa has yellow flowers, and its seeds are black, round, and smooth. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a smooth texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria formosa is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it requires minimal care and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Crotalaria formosa

Crotalaria formosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Crotalaria formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria formosa?

Crotalaria formosa

What is the common name of Crotalaria formosa?

Beautiful Rattlebox

What is the habitat of Crotalaria formosa?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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 Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Graham (1786-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graham' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.