Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
loandae
ID:
209706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.42: 393 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209035

Common Names

  • Crotalaria loandae
  • Loanda Rattlebox
  • Loanda Crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria loandae annua Torre [valid]

Description

Crotalaria loandae (also called 'Loan's rattlepod', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 0.2–0.4 m. It is native to Tanzania, and grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria loandae is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and as a cover crop. It is also used as a green manure crop, as it can fix nitrogen in the soil. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria loandae is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria loandae can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the root system should be done in the spring or fall. The root system should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Crotalaria loandae

Crotalaria loandae is found in Angola.

Crotalaria loandae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria loandae?

Crotalaria loandae

What is the family of Crotalaria loandae?

Fabaceae

Where is Crotalaria loandae native to?

Africa

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