Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
serpentinicola
ID:
627416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leteint. & Polhill

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl.73: 287 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626748

Common Names

  • Crotalaria serpentinicola
  • Serpentinicola Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Serpentinicola

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Description

Crotalaria serpentinicola (also called Serpentine Rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has yellow flowers and grows in open grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas. It can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria serpentinicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria serpentinicola are yellow and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria serpentinicola is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Cultivation is best done in full sun and well-draining soil. It requires regular watering and occasional fertilization.

Where to Find Crotalaria serpentinicola

Crotalaria serpentinicola is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Crotalaria serpentinicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria serpentinicola?

Crotalaria serpentinicola

What is the common name of Crotalaria serpentinicola?

Serpentine rattlepod

What is the family of Crotalaria serpentinicola?

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

References

Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.
Béatrice Leteinturier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leteint.' in the authors string.