Status:
valid
Authors:
Torre
Source:
ildis
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 46 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208546
Common Names
- Crotalaria johannis
- Johannis Rattlebox
- Johannis Crotalaria
Description
Crotalaria johannis (also called Johann's Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia, and it grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is an herbaceous perennial with a woody rootstock and a height of up to 1 m. It has yellow flowers and compound leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria johannis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in landscaping. It has a long flowering period and produces attractive yellow and purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria johannis has yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria johannis is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Crotalaria johannis
Crotalaria johannis can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.
Crotalaria johannis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria johannis?
Crotalaria johannis
What is the common name of Crotalaria johannis?
John's Crotalaria
What is the habitat of Crotalaria johannis?
Dry, rocky slopes and open 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