Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pteropoda
ID:
214178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Edinburgh11: 508 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213507

Common Names

  • Winged Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria pteropoda
  • Crotalaria pteropoda subsp. pteropoda

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Description

Crotalaria pteropoda (also called Winged Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a branched stem and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria pteropoda is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria pteropoda has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a length of 1-2 cm. The seeds are round and dark brown in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval in shape and have a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria pteropoda is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Crotalaria pteropoda

Crotalaria pteropoda can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Crotalaria pteropoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria pteropoda?

Crotalaria pteropoda

Where can Crotalaria pteropoda be found?

Southern Europe

What is the growth rate of Crotalaria pteropoda?

Slow to moderate

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