Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
vialis
ID:
208816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Milne-Redh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1933: 469 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208145

Common Names

  • Vialis Rattlebox
  • Vialis Crotalaria
  • Vialis Locoweed

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Description

Crotalaria vialis (also called Vial's Rattlepod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has grey-green leaves and small, yellow-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria vialis is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and colds. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Crotalaria vialis has yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seeds are small, round, and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria vialis is a perennial plant that is hardy in USDA zones 8-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Crotalaria vialis

Crotalaria vialis is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Crotalaria vialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria vialis?

Crotalaria vialis

What is the common name of Crotalaria vialis?

Vial's Rattlebox

Where is Crotalaria vialis found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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