Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Compagnie du Kasaï: 307 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210776
Common Names
- Crotalaria Sapinii
- Sapin Crotalaria
- Sapin Rattlepod
Description
Crotalaria sapinii (also called Sapin's Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and is found in dry woodlands and savannas. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria sapinii is used as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility. It is also used as a green manure crop and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Crotalaria sapinii sub. kasaiensis (Wilczek) Polhill
Crotalaria sapinii sub. sapinii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria sapinii has yellow flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria sapinii is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are about 5 cm tall. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Crotalaria sapinii
Crotalaria sapinii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Crotalaria sapinii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria sapinii?
Crotalaria sapinii is native to tropical Africa.
What is the growth habit of Crotalaria sapinii?
Crotalaria sapinii is an annual herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.
What is the flowering period of Crotalaria sapinii?
Crotalaria sapinii flowers from May to August.
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