Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
peltieri
ID:
197457

Status:
valid

Authors:
Polhill

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Crotalaria Africa & Madagascar: 161 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196786

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Peltieri
  • Peltieri Rattlebox
  • Rattlebox Peltieri

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Description

Crotalaria peltieri (also called 'Peltier's Crotalaria', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of about 0.4 m and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and savannahs.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria peltieri is used as a forage crop, green manure crop, and for soil improvement. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria peltieri are yellow and tubular, with the calyx being five-lobed. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria peltieri is a perennial shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Crotalaria peltieri

Crotalaria peltieri is native to Madagascar.

Crotalaria peltieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria peltieri?

Crotalaria peltieri

What is the common name of Crotalaria peltieri?

Peltier's Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria peltieri?

Dry forests and scrublands

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