Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
podocarpa
ID:
208107

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 133 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207436

Common Names

  • Podocarpa Rattlebox
  • Podocarpa Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Podocarpa

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria damarensis maraisiana Torre [valid]
  • Crotalaria physocarpa Fenzl ex Baker [valid]
  • Crotalaria pilifera Klotzsch [valid]
  • Crotalaria belckii Schinz [valid]
  • Crotalaria hirsutissima Schinz [valid]
  • Crotalaria mutabilis Schinz [valid]
  • Crotalaria arvensis Klotzsch [valid]
  • Crotalaria flexuosa Baker [illegitimate]
  • Crotalaria fulgida Baker [valid]
  • Crotalaria podocarpa villosa Schinz [valid]
  • Crotalaria podocarpa flexuosa (Baker) Baker f. [valid]
  • Crotalaria podocarpa belckii (Schinz) Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria podocarpa (also called Podocarp Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to South Africa and Zimbabwe, and is found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria podocarpa is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria podocarpa is a yellow-orange color with a long, tubular shape. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria podocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Crotalaria podocarpa

Crotalaria podocarpa can be found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas in the Mediterranean region.

Crotalaria podocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria podocarpa?

Crotalaria podocarpa

What is the family of Crotalaria podocarpa?

Fabaceae

What is the origin of Crotalaria podocarpa?

Africa

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