Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kirkii
ID:
210106

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 36 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209435

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Kirkii
  • Kirkii Crotalaria
  • Kirkii Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria lanceolata septentrionalis Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria kirkii (also called Kirk's crotalaria, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Central Asia and the Middle East. It has a deep taproot and grows up to 60 cm tall. It has a branched stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in steppes, meadows, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria kirkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of green dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria kirkii has yellow flowers that are small and tubular in shape. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria kirkii is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Crotalaria kirkii

Crotalaria kirkii can be found in the Horn of Africa, including Ethiopia and Somalia.

Crotalaria kirkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria kirkii?

Crotalaria kirkii

Where is Crotalaria kirkii native to?

It is native to East Africa.

What is the growth habit of Crotalaria kirkii?

It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

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