Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lachnosema
ID:
208282

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
ildis

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1910: 329 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207611

Common Names

  • Lachnosema Rattlebox
  • Lachnosema Crotalaria
  • Lachnosema Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria lachnosema (also called Hairy-Leaved 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 lachnosema is used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments, such as fatigue, anxiety, and high blood pressure. It is also used as a food additive and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria lachnosema is a yellow-green color with a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped legume. The seedlings are small, with two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria lachnosema is a fast-growing, evergreen, woody, perennial vine. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained, fertile soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Crotalaria lachnosema

Crotalaria lachnosema can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, and Greece.

Crotalaria lachnosema FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lachnosema?

Crotalaria lachnosema

What is the common name of Crotalaria lachnosema?

Woolly Rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria lachnosema?

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

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