Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kanaii
ID:
205009

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Ohashi

Source:
ildis

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.51: 301 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204338

Common Names

  • Kana's Crotalaria
  • Kana's Rattlebox
  • Kana's Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria kanaii (also called Kanai's Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to South America. It has a slender stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry areas, especially in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria kanaii is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of firewood, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria kanaii has yellow flowers, and its seeds are black, round, and smooth. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a smooth texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria kanaii is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Crotalaria kanaii

Crotalaria kanaii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Crotalaria kanaii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria kanaii?

Crotalaria kanaii

What is the common name of Crotalaria kanaii?

Kana's rattlebox

Where is Crotalaria kanaii native to?

India

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