Crotalaria schlechteri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
209542
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.42: 365 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208871
Common Names
- Crotalaria schlechteri
- Crotalaria Schlechteri
- Crotalaria Schlechteri
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crotalaria schlechteri (also called Schlechter's Crotalaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to southern Africa and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has a taproot and its leaves are alternate, oblong to lanceolate, and have entire margins. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are pods.
Uses & Benefits
Crotalaria schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Crotalaria schlechteri are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem.
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Crotalaria schlechteri can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Crotalaria schlechteri
Crotalaria schlechteri can be found in the dry regions of East Africa, including the countries of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Crotalaria schlechteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crotalaria schlechteri?
Crotalaria schlechteri
What is the common name of Crotalaria schlechteri?
Schlechter's rattlebox
What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria schlechteri?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
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 schlechteri Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.