Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
reclinata
ID:
207989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Polhill

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.22: 221 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207318

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Reclinata
  • Reclinata Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Reclinata Bush

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Description

Crotalaria reclinata (also called 'Reclining Crotalaria', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Southeast Asia. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 10m in length. It is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria reclinata is used as a medicinal herb, as a food crop, and as a soil-improving crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria reclinata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria reclinata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagate from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Crotalaria reclinata

Crotalaria reclinata is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, as well as parts of Africa and Asia.

Crotalaria reclinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria reclinata?

Crotalaria reclinata

What type of plant is Crotalaria reclinata?

It is a shrub

Where is Crotalaria reclinata native to?

It is native to India

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