Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin1891(2): 246 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207633
Common Names
- Lachnocarpoides Rattlebox
- Lachnocarpoides Crotalaria
- Lachnocarpoides Rattlepod
Description
Crotalaria lachnocarpoides (also called Lachnocarpoides Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a short stem and small, yellowish-green leaves. It grows in dry, sunny meadows and grasslands, and is often found in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria lachnocarpoides is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, colds, and diarrhea. It is also used to treat skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria lachnocarpoides has yellow or cream-colored flowers, with small, dark brown seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria lachnocarpoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in early spring. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Crotalaria lachnocarpoides
Crotalaria lachnocarpoides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.
Crotalaria lachnocarpoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lachnocarpoides?
Crotalaria lachnocarpoides
What is the common name of Crotalaria lachnocarpoides?
Woolly-fruited Rattlebox
What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria lachnocarpoides?
It is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.
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