Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
humilis
ID:
211286

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 174 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210615

Common Names

  • Crotalaria humilis
  • Humilis Rattlebox
  • Low Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria effusa E.Mey. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria humilis (also called Low Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Africa. It has a spreading, rounded crown and grows up to 5 meters in height. Its bark is smooth and grey, and its leaves are dark green and bipinnate. It is found in dry savannas, scrublands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria humilis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria humilis has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria humilis is a fast-growing, annual shrub that is native to East Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Crotalaria humilis

Crotalaria humilis is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Crotalaria humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria humilis?

Crotalaria humilis

What is the common name of Crotalaria humilis?

Low rattlebox

What is the family of Crotalaria humilis?

Fabaceae

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

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.