Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
semperflorens
ID:
176491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vent.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Nouv.: t. 17 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175820

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Semperflorens
  • Everflowering Rattlebox
  • Everflowering Crotalaria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria wallichiana Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Crotalaria arnottiana Benth. [valid]
  • Crotalaria verrucosa semperflorens (Vent.) Hochr. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria semperflorens (also called Everblooming Crotalaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a slender, erect stem. It is native to South America and is found in open areas, along roadsides and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria semperflorens is used as a source of fodder for livestock, as a source of fuelwood, and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria semperflorens has purple flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria semperflorens is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Crotalaria semperflorens

Crotalaria semperflorens is native to tropical regions of the world, including South and Central America, Africa, and parts of Asia. It is also cultivated in many areas as an ornamental plant.

Crotalaria semperflorens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria semperflorens?

Crotalaria semperflorens

What is the common name of Crotalaria semperflorens?

No common name

What is the family of Crotalaria semperflorens?

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