Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
virgultalis
ID:
1515011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burch. ex DC.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 128 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001722

Common Names

  • Crotalaria virgultalis
  • Virgultalis Crotalaria
  • Virgultalis

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Description

Crotalaria virgultalis (also called Stick-like Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 4 meters tall and has a wide, rounded crown. The leaves are alternate, oblong to elliptic, and up to 7 cm long. The flowers are yellow and the fruit is a capsule. It is found in dry to moist forests, scrub and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria virgultalis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria virgultalis are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria virgultalis is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Crotalaria virgultalis

Crotalaria virgultalis is native to Africa and can be found in dry, open areas.

Crotalaria virgultalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria virgultalis?

Crotalaria virgultalis

What is the common name of Crotalaria virgultalis?

Twiggy rattlepod

What is the family of Crotalaria virgultalis?

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

References