Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pallidicaulis
ID:
207478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.54: 382 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206807

Common Names

  • Crotalaria
  • Rattlebox
  • Sunn Hemp

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria arthroophylla Verd. [unknown]
  • Crotalaria multicolor Merxm. [valid]
  • Crotalaria athroophylla I.Verd. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria pallidicaulis (also called Pale-stemmed rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fallow fields.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria pallidicaulis is used as a soil conditioner, as a fuel, and as a green manure crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, wounds, and insect bites.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria pallidicaulis has yellow flowers with a dark center. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria pallidicaulis is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Crotalaria pallidicaulis

Crotalaria pallidicaulis is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland and montane forests.

Crotalaria pallidicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria pallidicaulis?

Crotalaria pallidicaulis

What is the common name of Crotalaria pallidicaulis?

Pale-stalked rattlepod

What is the distribution of Crotalaria pallidicaulis?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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