Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
grandibracteata
ID:
207219

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tanb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin1894: 48 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206548

Common Names

  • Crotalaria grandibracteata
  • Large-bracted Crotalaria
  • Large-bract Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria grandibracteata (also called Large-bracted Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small shrub, growing up to 2 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria grandibracteata is used as a source of timber and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria grandibracteata has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm long. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria grandibracteata is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and placed in a warm, moist environment until they root.

Where to Find Crotalaria grandibracteata

Crotalaria grandibracteata can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru.

Crotalaria grandibracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria grandibracteata?

Crotalaria grandibracteata

What is the common name of Crotalaria grandibracteata?

Grandibract Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria grandibracteata?

Tropical rainforests

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