Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
stenoptera
ID:
211140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 12 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210469

Common Names

  • Crotalaria stenoptera
  • Stenoptera Crotalaria
  • Narrow-winged Crotalaria
  • Narrow-winged Rattlebox

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria stenoptera latifolia Baker f. [valid]

Description

Crotalaria stenoptera (also called 'Stenoptera Rattlebox' and 'Crotalaria Stenoptera', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests and open areas. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 meters in height, with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria stenoptera is used as an ornamental plant, as a green manure, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria stenoptera are yellow and pea-shaped. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria stenoptera is a warm-season annual that is grown for its edible beans. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by direct sowing or by planting seedlings. It is usually harvested when the pods are dry and the beans are mature.

Where to Find Crotalaria stenoptera

Crotalaria stenoptera is native to Mexico and Central America.

Crotalaria stenoptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria stenoptera?

Crotalaria stenoptera

What is the common name of Crotalaria stenoptera?

Narrow-winged rattlebox

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria stenoptera?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.