Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
186625

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2: 1004 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185954

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Sessiliflora
  • Sessiliflora Crotalaria
  • Crotalaria Sessiliflora

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria sessitiflora L. [unknown]
  • Crotalaria calycina sensu Pulle, non Schrank [deprecated]

Description

Crotalaria sessiliflora (also called 'Sessile-flowered Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia, and is found in open woodlands and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria sessiliflora is used as a fodder crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria sessiliflora sub. sessiliflora
Crotalaria sessiliflora sub. hazarensis Ali

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria sessiliflora has yellow flowers with five petals that are fused together at the base. 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 sessiliflora is an annual, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart and should be kept moist. They can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Crotalaria sessiliflora

Crotalaria sessiliflora is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Crotalaria sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria sessiliflora?

Crotalaria sessiliflora

What are the common names of Crotalaria sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered rattlepod, Sessile-flowered crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria sessiliflora?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests of Africa

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