Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
madurensis
ID:
185747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 184 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185076

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Madur
  • Madurai Cotton
  • Madurai Senna

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Description

Crotalaria madurensis (also called Madurai Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of leguminous shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a small to medium-sized shrub with trifoliate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria madurensis has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a natural dye and as a soil conditioner.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria madurensis var. madurensis
Crotalaria madurensis var. kurnoolica J.L.Ellis & Swamin.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria madurensis has yellow flowers with a white throat. Its seeds are round and black. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria madurensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant will need to be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Crotalaria madurensis

Crotalaria madurensis is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and wastelands.

Crotalaria madurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria madurensis?

Crotalaria madurensis

What is the common name of Crotalaria madurensis?

Madurai rattlebox

What is the growth habit of Crotalaria madurensis?

It is an annual herb

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

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:488460-1: Based on the initial data import