Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lotoides
ID:
207956

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 575 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207285

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Lotoides
  • Lotoides Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Lotoides Bush

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Description

Crotalaria lotoides (also called lotus crotalaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the legume family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, where it is widely cultivated. It grows in a variety of habitats, from dry areas to moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria lotoides is used as a medicinal herb, as a food crop, and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria lotoides has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria lotoides is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm, humid climates and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Crotalaria lotoides

Crotalaria lotoides is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Crotalaria lotoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria lotoides?

Crotalaria lotoides

What is the common name of Crotalaria lotoides?

Lotus Rattlebox

What is the family of Crotalaria lotoides?

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