Status:
valid
Authors:
Wild
Source:
ildis
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Kirkia4: 140 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207909
Common Names
- Phylicoides Rattlebox
- Phylicoides Crotalaria
- Phylicoides Pea
Description
Crotalaria phylicoides (also called Phylicoides Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria phylicoides is used as an ornamental plant, as a green manure crop, and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria phylicoides has small, yellow flowers with a long, curved keel. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria phylicoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Crotalaria phylicoides
Crotalaria phylicoides is found in East Africa.
Crotalaria phylicoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria phylicoides?
Crotalaria phylicoides
What is the family of Crotalaria phylicoides?
Fabaceae
Where is Crotalaria phylicoides found?
Central Asia
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