Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mendesii
ID:
211096

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 39 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210425

Common Names

  • Crotalaria mendesii
  • Mendes' rattlebox
  • Mendes' crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria mendesii (also called Mendes' Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria mendesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock. It is also used to make paper and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria mendesii are yellow and pea-shaped. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria mendesii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Crotalaria mendesii

Crotalaria mendesii is native to Mexico and Central America.

Crotalaria mendesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria mendesii?

Crotalaria mendesii

What is the common name of Crotalaria mendesii?

Mendes' crotalaria

What is the family of Crotalaria mendesii?

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