Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kelaensis
ID:
211424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.70(Suppl. 1): 228 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210753

Common Names

  • Kelaensis Crotalaria
  • Kelaensis Rattlepod
  • Kelaensis Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria multicaulis Torre [valid]

Description

Crotalaria kelaensis (also called Kela Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and is found in dry woodlands and savannas. It has yellow flowers and narrow, elliptic leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria kelaensis is used as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility. It is also used as a green manure crop and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria kelaensis has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria kelaensis is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are about 5 cm tall. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Crotalaria kelaensis

Crotalaria kelaensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Crotalaria kelaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria kelaensis?

Crotalaria kelaensis

What is the common name of Crotalaria kelaensis?

Kela rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria kelaensis?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

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