Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lancifoliolata
ID:
208011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 48 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207340

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Lancifoliolata
  • Lancifoliolata Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Lancifoliolata Bush

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Description

Crotalaria lancifoliolata (also called 'Lance-leaved Crotalaria', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Mexico. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 10m in length. It is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria lancifoliolata is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria lancifoliolata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria lancifoliolata is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by sowing seeds in late spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in shallow drills and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 10-15 cm apart.

Where to Find Crotalaria lancifoliolata

Crotalaria lancifoliolata is native to parts of the United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Crotalaria lancifoliolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lancifoliolata?

Crotalaria lancifoliolata

What type of plant is Crotalaria lancifoliolata?

It is a shrub

Where is Crotalaria lancifoliolata native to?

It is native to India

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