Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sparsifolia
ID:
211502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1897: 249 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210831

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Sparsifolia
  • Sparsifolia Rattlebox
  • Sparsifolia Rattlepod

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria katongaensis R.Wilczek [valid]

Description

Crotalaria sparsifolia (also called Sparse-leaved rattlepod, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria sparsifolia is used as a fodder crop and as a green manure crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria sparsifolia has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a taproot and two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria sparsifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can tolerate drought and frost. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Crotalaria sparsifolia

Crotalaria sparsifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the wild in areas such as Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Crotalaria sparsifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria sparsifolia?

Crotalaria sparsifolia

What is the common name of Crotalaria sparsifolia?

Scattered-leaved rattlepod

What is the family of Crotalaria sparsifolia?

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