Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mortonii
ID:
209302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hepper

Source:
ildis

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.11: 115 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208631

Common Names

  • Crotalaria mortonii
  • Mortonii Rattlebox
  • Mortonii Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria mortonii (also called Morton's rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States, and grows in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides. It has hairy stems and leaves, and yellow, pea-like flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria mortonii is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and as a cover crop. It is also used as a green manure crop, as it can fix nitrogen in the soil. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria mortonii is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria mortonii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Crotalaria mortonii

Crotalaria mortonii can be found in the western United States and Canada, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana.

Crotalaria mortonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria mortonii?

Crotalaria mortonii

What is the family of Crotalaria mortonii?

Fabaceae

Where is Crotalaria mortonii found?

It is found in India and Sri Lanka.

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