Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
paracistoides
ID:
209046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Mem. Junta Invest. Ultramar, 2 Ser.19: 27 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208375

Common Names

  • Paracistoides Rattlebox
  • Crotalaria paracistoides
  • Paracistoides Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria paracistoides (also called Para-cistoides rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. This plant is an annual herb, growing up to 60 cm tall. It is found in grassland, scrub and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria paracistoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria paracistoides are yellow, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened legume. The seedlings are small and delicate, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria paracistoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in full sun. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 15-30 cm (6-12 inches). The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month. The plants should be pruned regularly to keep them from becoming leggy and overgrown.

Where to Find Crotalaria paracistoides

Crotalaria paracistoides is native to South Africa.

Crotalaria paracistoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria paracistoides?

Crotalaria paracistoides

What is the family of Crotalaria paracistoides?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Crotalaria paracistoides?

Africa

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