Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glaucoides
ID:
208696

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.42: 393 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208025

Common Names

  • Glaucoides Rattlebox
  • Glaucoides Crotalaria
  • Glaucoides Legume

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria paludosa A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria glaucoides (also called 'Blue rattlebox', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Africa, and can be found in dry, open areas and grasslands. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with yellow flowers and hairy stems.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria glaucoides 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 glaucoides has yellow flowers and the seeds are black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria glaucoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Deadhead to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Crotalaria glaucoides

Crotalaria glaucoides can be found in the steppes of Kazakhstan.

Crotalaria glaucoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria glaucoides?

Crotalaria glaucoides

What is the common name of Crotalaria glaucoides?

Blue-green rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria glaucoides?

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