Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sericifolia
ID:
209142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
O.Warburg (ed.), Kunene-Sambesi Exped.: 255 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208471

Common Names

  • Silky Rattlebox
  • Silky Crotalaria
  • Silky Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria sericifolia (also called Silky Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas. It has a short stem and its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are legumes.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria sericifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a windbreak, and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria sericifolia has yellow, pea-like flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flat. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single, long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria sericifolia is a perennial shrub that is native to Central Asia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Crotalaria sericifolia

Crotalaria sericifolia is found in Central Asia and the Caucasus.

Crotalaria sericifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria sericifolia?

Crotalaria sericifolia

What is the family of Crotalaria sericifolia?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Crotalaria sericifolia?

Woodlands and meadows

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