Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
subsessilis
ID:
209132

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
O.Warburg (ed.), Kunene-Sambesi Exped.: 256 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208461

Common Names

  • Subsessile Rattlebox
  • Subsessile Crotalaria
  • Subsessile Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria subsessilis (also called Subsessile 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 subsessilis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fatigue, fever, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria subsessilis 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 subsessilis 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 subsessilis

Crotalaria subsessilis is found in Central Asia and the Caucasus.

Crotalaria subsessilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria subsessilis?

Crotalaria subsessilis

What is the common name of Crotalaria subsessilis?

Subsessile Crotalaria

What is the growth habit of Crotalaria subsessilis?

Crotalaria subsessilis is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit.

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