Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lejoloba
ID:
206563

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bartl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (GOET, Gottingensis)1837: 2 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000205892

Common Names

  • Lejoloba Rattlebox
  • Rattlebox
  • Rattlebox Tree

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria ferruginea Graham ex Benth. [valid]
  • Crotalaria bodinieri H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Crotalaria lonchophylla Hand.-Mazz. [valid]
  • Crotalaria pilosissima Miq. [valid]
  • Crotalaria rufescens Franch. [valid]
  • Crotalaria ferruginea pilosissima Benth. ex Baker [valid]
  • Crotalaria ferruginea pilosissima (Miq.) Baker [unknown]
  • Crotalaria ferruginea major Benth. [valid]
  • Crotalaria canescens Wall. [invalid]
  • Crotalaria crassifolia Buch.-Ham. [invalid]
  • Crotalaria chiayiana Y.C.Liu & F.Y.Lu [valid]
  • Crotalaria ferruginea chiayiana (Y.C.Liu & F.Y.Lu) S.S.Ying [valid]
  • Crotalaria bodinieri H.Lév. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria lejoloba (also called 'Lejoloba rattlebox', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are divided into three leaflets. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria lejoloba is used as an ornamental plant, for shade, for soil stabilization, and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria lejoloba has yellow flowers with a black center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria lejoloba can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Crotalaria lejoloba

Crotalaria lejoloba is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Crotalaria lejoloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lejoloba?

Crotalaria lejoloba

What is the common name of Crotalaria lejoloba?

Smooth Rattlebox

Where does Crotalaria lejoloba grow?

Crotalaria lejoloba is native to the Philippines

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