Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
quarrei
ID:
211507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Rev. Zool. Bot. Africaines23: 181 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210836

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Quarrei
  • Quarrei Rattlebox
  • Quarrei Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria quarrei (also called Quarre's rattlepod, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria quarrei is used as a fodder crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria quarrei var. quarrei
Crotalaria quarrei var. longipes Polhill

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria quarrei has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a taproot and two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria quarrei can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can tolerate drought and frost. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Crotalaria quarrei

Crotalaria quarrei is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the wild in areas such as Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Crotalaria quarrei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria quarrei?

Crotalaria quarrei

What is the common name of Crotalaria quarrei?

Quarre's rattlepod

What is the family of Crotalaria quarrei?

Fabaceae

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