Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
211543

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1895: 64 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210872

Common Names

  • Rattlebox
  • Lax-flowered Rattlebox
  • Slender Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria laxiflora (also called Looseflower Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, roadsides, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria laxiflora var. acuta Polhill
Crotalaria laxiflora var. laxiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria laxiflora has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a taproot and two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria laxiflora is an annual or perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and covered lightly with soil. Seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 20-30 cm apart when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Crotalaria laxiflora

Crotalaria laxiflora is native to India and is found in the Western Ghats.

Crotalaria laxiflora FAQ

What is the common name of Crotalaria laxiflora?

Laxiflorous Crotalaria

What is the scientific name of Laxiflorous Crotalaria?

Crotalaria laxiflora

What is the growth habit of Crotalaria laxiflora?

It is an erect, annual herb

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