Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leucoclada
ID:
209575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1895: 214 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208904

Common Names

  • Leucoclada Broom
  • White-Fringed Broom
  • White-Flowered Broom

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Description

Crotalaria leucoclada (also called White-flowered rattlepod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It has a long taproot, and its stems are up to 30 cm tall. It grows in dry meadows, steppes, and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria leucoclada is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria leucoclada has yellow flowers with a long, curved spur. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria leucoclada is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the steppes of Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. When propagating by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in the summer and root them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Crotalaria leucoclada

Crotalaria leucoclada can be found in the Caucasus Mountains and in the mountains of Central Asia.

Crotalaria leucoclada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria leucoclada?

Crotalaria leucoclada

What is the common name of Crotalaria leucoclada?

White-flowered Rattlebox

What is the habitat of Crotalaria leucoclada?

Dry prairies and open woodlands

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