Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leubnitziana
ID:
211324

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg30: 158 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210653

Common Names

  • Crotalaria leubnitziana
  • Leubnitziana rattlebox
  • Leubnitziana crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria kuibisensis Dinter [valid]

Description

Crotalaria leubnitziana (also called 'Leubnitz's Rattlebox', 'Leubnitz's Crotalaria' and 'Leubnitz's Pea', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to tropical Africa. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria leubnitziana is used as a forage crop, as a green manure, and as a soil conditioner. It is also used to control erosion and as a source of organic matter and nitrogen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria leubnitziana has yellow flowers with a short, curved spur. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria leubnitziana is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location and kept moist until germination, which usually occurs within two weeks.

Where to Find Crotalaria leubnitziana

Crotalaria leubnitziana is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Crotalaria leubnitziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria leubnitziana?

Crotalaria leubnitziana

What is the common name of Crotalaria leubnitziana?

Leubnitz's rattlebox

What is the family of Crotalaria leubnitziana?

Fabaceae

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