Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
novae-hollandiae
ID:
187183

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 127 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186512

Common Names

  • New Holland Crotalaria
  • New Holland Rattlebox
  • New Holland Rattle-box

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Description

Crotalaria novae-hollandiae (also called New Holland Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia and is found in rocky and sandy soils. It is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and has yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria novae-hollandiae is used as a medicinal plant, for fodder, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria novae-hollandiae sub. crassipes (Hook.) A.E.Holland
Crotalaria novae-hollandiae sub. lasiophylla (Benth.) A.T.Lee
Crotalaria novae-hollandiae sub. novae-hollandiae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria novae-hollandiae are yellow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria novae-hollandiae is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Crotalaria novae-hollandiae

Crotalaria novae-hollandiae is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.

Crotalaria novae-hollandiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria novae-hollandiae?

Crotalaria novae-hollandiae

What are the common names of Crotalaria novae-hollandiae?

New Holland Rattlebox, New Holland Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria novae-hollandiae?

It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands

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