Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
newtoniana
ID:
211533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 30 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210862

Common Names

  • Newtoniana Crotalaria
  • Newtoniana Rattlebox
  • Newtoniana Rattleweed

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Description

Crotalaria newtoniana (also called Newton's Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and grows in dry, open habitats. It has a spreading canopy and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria newtoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria newtoniana has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a taproot and two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria newtoniana is an annual plant native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed and prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Crotalaria newtoniana

Crotalaria newtoniana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the wild in areas such as Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Crotalaria newtoniana FAQ

What is the common name of Crotalaria newtoniana?

Newton's Crotalaria

What is the scientific name of Newton's Crotalaria?

Crotalaria newtoniana

What is the growth habit of Crotalaria newtoniana?

It is an erect, 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