Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
giessii
ID:
1325781

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.M.le Roux & B.-E.van Wyk

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.38: 647 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338235

Common Names

  • Crotalaria giessii
  • Giessii Crotalaria
  • Giessii Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria giessii (also called Giess's Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas. It has long, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria giessii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria giessii has yellow flowers, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria giessii is a tropical shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a moist medium. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Crotalaria giessii

Crotalaria giessii is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, arid climates.

Crotalaria giessii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria giessii?

Crotalaria giessii

What is the common name of Crotalaria giessii?

Giess's Rattlepod

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria giessii?

Dry grasslands, woodlands, and savannahs

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

Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Margaretha Marianne le Roux: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.le Roux' in the authors string.