Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pisicarpa
ID:
209269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 16 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208598

Common Names

  • Crotalaria pisicarpa
  • Pisicarpa Rattlebox
  • Pisicarpa Crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria pilulicarpa Taub. [valid]
  • Crotalaria pilulicarpa schinzii Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria pisicarpa (also called Pisicarpa Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a prostrate habit and yellow flowers. It grows in open woods, fields, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria pisicarpa is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria pisicarpa is a yellow color, with a black center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria pisicarpa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Crotalaria pisicarpa

Crotalaria pisicarpa is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Crotalaria pisicarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria pisicarpa?

Crotalaria pisicarpa

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria pisicarpa?

Dry, sandy soils

What is the flowering season of Crotalaria pisicarpa?

Late spring to early summer

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.