Crotalaria rhodesiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhodesiae
ID:
208031
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.42: 401 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207360
Common Names
- Rhodesiae Rattlebox
- Rhodesiae Crotalaria
- Crotalaria Rhodesiae
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- Crotalaria natalitia procumbens Baker f. [valid]
- Crotalaria natalitia pseudo-rhodesiae Merxm. [unknown]
- Crotalaria natalitia pseudorhodesiae Merxm. [unknown]
Description
Crotalaria rhodesiae (also called Rhodesian Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to South Africa and Zimbabwe, and is found in grassland and savanna habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria rhodesiae is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria rhodesiae 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria rhodesiae is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by sowing seeds in late spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in shallow drills and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 10-15 cm apart.
Where to Find Crotalaria rhodesiae
Crotalaria rhodesiae is native to parts of the United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Crotalaria rhodesiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria rhodesiae?
Crotalaria rhodesiae
What are the common names of Crotalaria rhodesiae?
Rhodesian Crotalaria, Rhodesian Rattlepod
What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria rhodesiae?
It is native to Zimbabwe and grows in grassland and woodland areas
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
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Crotalaria rhodesiae Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.