Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
suffruticosa
ID:
1427525

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Subraman. & A.K.Pandey

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE13(2): e0192226 (9) (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443690


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Description

Crotalaria suffruticosa (also called the Brazilian Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry and wet habitats. It is a small shrub with a woody stem and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria suffruticosa has been used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria suffruticosa has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria suffruticosa is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Crotalaria suffruticosa

Crotalaria suffruticosa can be found in India.

Crotalaria suffruticosa FAQ

What is the common name of Crotalaria suffruticosa?

Shrubby Rattlebox

What is the natural range of Crotalaria suffruticosa?

South America

What is the maximum height of Crotalaria suffruticosa?

Up to 2 meters

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

Arun Kumar Pandey (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Pandey' in the authors string.