Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glaucifolia
ID:
208727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 38 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208056

Common Names

  • Glaucifolia Rattlebox
  • Glaucifolia Crotalaria
  • Glaucifolia Legume

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria lotononis Welw. ex Baker [valid]
  • Crotalaria longifoliolata De Wild. [valid]
  • Crotalaria versicolor camerunensis Baker f. [valid]
  • Crotalaria longifoliolata latior Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria glaucifolia (also called Glaucous Rattlepod, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It typically grows up to 1 m tall and has green leaves and yellow flowers. It prefers moist, sunny habitats with sandy or loamy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria glaucifolia is an herb traditionally used in Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, colds, and digestive problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-cancer properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria glaucifolia has yellow-green flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria glaucifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Crotalaria glaucifolia

Crotalaria glaucifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Crotalaria glaucifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria glaucifolia?

Crotalaria glaucifolia

What is the common name of Crotalaria glaucifolia?

Gray rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria glaucifolia?

Dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands

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