Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiov.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Rome)13: 378 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210625
Common Names
- Crotalaria scassellatii
- Scassellatii Rattlebox
- Scassellati's Rattlebox
Synonyms
- Crotalaria drummondii Milne-Redh. [valid]
Description
Crotalaria scassellatii (also called Scassellati's 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 scassellatii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crotalaria scassellatii has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown hue.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crotalaria scassellatii 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 scassellatii
Crotalaria scassellatii is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.
Crotalaria scassellatii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria scassellatii?
Crotalaria scassellatii
What is the common name of Crotalaria scassellatii?
Scassellati's rattlebox
What is the family of Crotalaria scassellatii?
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