Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pellita
ID:
627362

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bertero ex DC.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 128 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626694

Common Names

  • Crotalaria pellita
  • Pellita Rattlebox
  • Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria campbellii Arn. ex Baker [valid]
  • Crotalaria ramosissima kanuvayensis Binu Thomas, K.M.P.Kumar & A.Rajendran [valid]

Description

Crotalaria pellita (also called velvet rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical Africa. It is an erect, branched shrub with small, yellow flowers and long, narrow pods. It grows in open, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria pellita is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria pellita var. pellita

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria pellita has yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria pellita is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It 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 spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Crotalaria pellita

Crotalaria pellita is native to tropical Africa and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Crotalaria pellita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria pellita?

Crotalaria pellita

What is the common name of Crotalaria pellita?

Pellite rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria pellita?

Dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides

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

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Carlo Luigi Giuseppe Bertero (1789-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bertero' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:488632-1: Based on the initial data import