Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pycnostachya
ID:
209728

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.2: 584 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209057

Common Names

  • Crotalaria pycnostachya
  • Pycnostachya Rattlebox
  • Pycnostachya Crotalaria

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Description

Crotalaria pycnostachya (also called 'Pygmy-flowered Rattlebox', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central and South America. It grows in dry grasslands, steppes, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria pycnostachya is used as a cover crop, green manure, and forage crop. It is also used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria pycnostachya sub. tropeae (Mattei) Polhill
Crotalaria pycnostachya sub. donaldsonii (Baker f.) Polhill
Crotalaria pycnostachya sub. pycnostachya

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotalaria pycnostachya is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria pycnostachya is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry meadows and steppes. It is easily propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny location. The soil should be well-drained and sandy. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate space for growth.

Where to Find Crotalaria pycnostachya

Crotalaria pycnostachya is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Crotalaria pycnostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria pycnostachya?

Crotalaria pycnostachya

What is the family of Crotalaria pycnostachya?

Fabaceae

Where is Crotalaria pycnostachya native to?

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