Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pentaphylla
ID:
207614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Legum. Trop. Africa: 45 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000206943

Common Names

  • Crotalaria pentaphylla
  • Five-Leaf Crotalaria
  • Five-Leaf Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria pentaphylla (also called 'Five-leaf rattlebox', 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, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in open forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria pentaphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria pentaphylla has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria pentaphylla is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Crotalaria pentaphylla

Crotalaria pentaphylla is native to India and can be found in dry deciduous forests and scrub jungles.

Crotalaria pentaphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria pentaphylla?

Crotalaria pentaphylla

What type of plant is Crotalaria pentaphylla?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria pentaphylla?

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