Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
grevei
ID:
197443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Drake

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
A.Grandidier, Hist. Phys. Madagascar30: 201 (1902 publ. 1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196772

Common Names

  • Crotalaria
  • Grevei
  • Grevei False Indigo

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Description

Crotalaria grevei (also called 'Greve's Crotalaria', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of about 0.4 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and savannahs.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria grevei is used as a forage crop, green manure crop, and for soil improvement. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria grevei are yellow and tubular, with the calyx being five-lobed. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria grevei 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 a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division and should be planted in the spring or fall. It can be pruned to keep it from becoming too tall.

Where to Find Crotalaria grevei

Crotalaria grevei is native to tropical Africa.

Crotalaria grevei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria grevei?

Crotalaria grevei

What is the common name of Crotalaria grevei?

Greve's Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria grevei?

Dry forests and scrublands

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