Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rich.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss.1: 151 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207514
Common Names
- Lachnophora Rattlebox
- Lachnophora Rattlebox
- Crotalaria lachnophora
Synonyms
- Crotalaria elata Welw. ex Baker [valid]
- Crotalaria homblei De Wild. [valid]
- Crotalaria lachnocarpa Hochst. ex Baker [illegitimate]
- Crotalaria lachnocarpa strictissima Hiern [valid]
- Crotalaria lachnocarpa melanocalyx Baker f. [valid]
Description
Crotalaria lachnophora (also called Crotalaria lachnophora, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is found in dry, rocky meadows and grasslands, and has small, yellow flowers and grey-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria lachnophora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crotalaria lachnophora is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with five leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria lachnophora is a fast-growing, annual herb that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Once established, the plants will self-seed.
Where to Find Crotalaria lachnophora
Crotalaria lachnophora is native to India and can be found in dry and semi-arid regions.
Crotalaria lachnophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lachnophora?
Crotalaria lachnophora
What are the common names of Crotalaria lachnophora?
Woolly Rattlebox
What is the habitat of Crotalaria lachnophora?
Open areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites
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