Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
meghalayensis
ID:
1333900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Danda & A.K.Pandey

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.41: 309 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346354

Common Names

  • Crotalaria meghalayensis
  • Meghalayan Rattlebox
  • Meghalayan Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria meghalayensis (also called 'Meghalayan Crotalaria', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zingiberaceae family. It is a rhizomatous perennial herb with a single, unbranched stem, reaching up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, and typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria meghalayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria meghalayensis has small white flowers with yellow centers and long stamens. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria meghalayensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Crotalaria meghalayensis

Crotalaria meghalayensis can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Crotalaria meghalayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria meghalayensis?

Crotalaria meghalayensis

What type of plant is Crotalaria meghalayensis?

Herb

Where is Crotalaria meghalayensis found?

Central and South America

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

Arun Kumar Pandey (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Pandey' in the authors string.
Shagun Danda: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danda' in the authors string.