Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulchra
ID:
194019

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
ildis

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos.10: t. 601 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193348

Common Names

  • Crotalaria pulchra
  • Beautiful Rattlepod
  • Beautiful Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria pulcherrima Sims [valid]
  • Crotalaria pulcherrima DC. [unknown]
  • Crotalaria tetrasperma D.Dietr. ex DC. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria pulchra (also called Beautiful Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 5 m tall. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria pulchra is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria pulchra has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, dark brown and flattened. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria pulchra is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water. It can be propagated by cuttings or division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Crotalaria pulchra

Crotalaria pulchra is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Crotalaria pulchra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria pulchra?

Crotalaria pulchra

What is the common name of Crotalaria pulchra?

Pulchra's Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria pulchra?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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