Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
poissonii
ID:
197461

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vig.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)13: 362 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196790

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Poissonii
  • Poisson's Rattlebox
  • Poisson's Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria poissonii (also called Poisson's rattlebox, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests, scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria poissonii 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 poissonii 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 poissonii 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 poissonii

Crotalaria poissonii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Crotalaria poissonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria poissonii?

Crotalaria poissonii

What is the common name of Crotalaria poissonii?

Poisson's Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria poissonii?

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