Status:
valid
Authors:
Polhill
Source:
ildis
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.22: 236 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208565
Common Names
- Crotalaria lasiocarpa
- Lasiocarpa Rattlebox
- Lasiocarpa Crotalaria
Description
Crotalaria lasiocarpa (also called Woolly Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia, and it grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is an herbaceous perennial with a woody rootstock and a height of up to 1 m. It has yellow flowers and compound leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria lasiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in landscaping. It has a long flowering period and produces attractive yellow and purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria lasiocarpa has yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria lasiocarpa is a fast-growing, annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a warm climate and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Crotalaria lasiocarpa
Crotalaria lasiocarpa can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.
Crotalaria lasiocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lasiocarpa?
Crotalaria lasiocarpa
What is the common name of Crotalaria lasiocarpa?
Woolly-fruited Crotalaria
What is the habitat of Crotalaria lasiocarpa?
Dry, rocky slopes and open grasslands
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