Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
germainii
ID:
211055

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Wilczek

Source:
ildis

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles23: 161 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210384

Common Names

  • Germainii Crotalaria
  • Germain's Rattlebox
  • Germain's Rattlepod

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria robinsoniana Torre [valid]

Description

Crotalaria germainii (also called 'Germain's Rattlebox', 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 germainii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a green manure crop. It is also used to make paper and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria germainii has yellow flowers, each with a short corolla tube and five lobes. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria germainii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take 3-4 inch cuttings from the tips of the plant and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Crotalaria germainii

Crotalaria germainii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Crotalaria germainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria germainii?

Crotalaria germainii

What is the common name of Crotalaria germainii?

Germain's rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria germainii?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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