Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lamelliformis
ID:
1515258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sivaram., Yugandhar & L.J.Singh

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa490: 72 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002877

Common Names

  • Crotalaria lamelliformis
  • Lamelliformis Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Lamelliformis

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Description

Crotalaria lamelliformis (also called Lamelliform Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in wet forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria lamelliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria lamelliformis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria lamelliformis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be dug up and divided into smaller sections, each with at least one shoot and some roots. The divisions should be replanted immediately.

Where to Find Crotalaria lamelliformis

Crotalaria lamelliformis can be found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.

Crotalaria lamelliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lamelliformis?

Crotalaria lamelliformis

What is the common name of Crotalaria lamelliformis?

N/A

Where is Crotalaria lamelliformis found?

Mexico

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