Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
handelii
ID:
627278

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Peter

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob.13: 413 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626610

Common Names

  • Crotalaria handelii
  • Handel's Rattlebox
  • Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria handelii (also called Handel's Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a slender, erect stem. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It is found in open, disturbed habitats such as roadsides, pastures, and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria handelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its foliage is attractive and lush, and its flowers are known for their fragrant aroma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria handelii has yellow flowers with a purple center and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small with thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria handelii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Crotalaria handelii

Crotalaria handelii is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Crotalaria handelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria handelii?

Crotalaria handelii

What is the common name of Crotalaria handelii?

Handel's rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria handelii?

Dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides

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