Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
recta
ID:
211298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud. ex A.Rich.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss.1: 152 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210627

Common Names

  • Crotalaria recta
  • Recta Rattlebox
  • Upright Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria beniensis De Wild. [valid]
  • Crotalaria crepitans Hutch. [valid]
  • Crotalaria simplex A.Rich. [illegitimate]
  • Crotalaria recta simplex (A.Rich.) Baker f. [valid]
  • Crotalaria recta katangensis Robyns ex R.Wilczek [valid]

Description

Crotalaria recta (also called Straight Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa and the Middle East. It has small yellow flowers and linear leaves. It grows in dry areas, such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria recta is used as a green manure and as a forage crop. It is also used to control erosion and as a soil conditioner. It can be used as a source of organic matter and as a source of nitrogen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria recta has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria recta is a fast-growing, annual shrub that is native to East Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Crotalaria recta

Crotalaria recta is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Crotalaria recta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria recta?

Crotalaria recta

What is the common name of Crotalaria recta?

Straight-stemmed rattlebox

What is the family of Crotalaria recta?

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

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.