Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leptostachya
ID:
205014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 562 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204343

Common Names

  • Leptostachya Crotalaria
  • Slender-spiked Rattlebox
  • Slender-spiked Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria leptostachya (also called Slender-Stemmed Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to South America. It has a slender stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry areas, especially in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria leptostachya is used as a green manure crop and as a fodder crop for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria leptostachya has yellow flowers, and its seeds are black, round, and smooth. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a smooth texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria leptostachya is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be pruned to shape and is often used as a hedge or screen.

Where to Find Crotalaria leptostachya

Crotalaria leptostachya is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Crotalaria leptostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria leptostachya?

Crotalaria leptostachya

What is the common name of Crotalaria leptostachya?

Slender-spiked rattlebox

Where is Crotalaria leptostachya 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