Crotalaria longithyrsa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longithyrsa
ID:
210222
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.42: 349 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209551
Common Names
- Crotalaria longithyrsa
- Long-styled Rattlebox
- Long-styled Crotalaria
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Crotalaria longithyrsa (also called Long-stalked Crotalaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a simple stem and leaves that are divided into three leaflets. It grows in open areas, such as roadsides, fields, and wastelands.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria longithyrsa is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its edible seeds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Crotalaria longithyrsa var. latifolia WilczekCrotalaria longithyrsa var. longithyrsa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Crotalaria longithyrsa are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Crotalaria longithyrsa is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, which should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly. Once the plants are established, they can be divided and transplanted to other areas. They should be kept well-watered and fertilized to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Crotalaria longithyrsa
Crotalaria longithyrsa can be found in the Caucasus, Turkey, and Iran.
Crotalaria longithyrsa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria longithyrsa?
Crotalaria longithyrsa
What is the common name of Crotalaria longithyrsa?
Long-styled rattlebox
What is the habitat of Crotalaria longithyrsa?
It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, woodland edges, and roadsides
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
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crotalaria longithyrsa Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.