Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
virgultatis
ID:
211213

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210542

Common Names

  • Crotalaria virgultatis
  • Rattlebox
  • Rattlepod

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Description

Crotalaria virgultatis (also called Crotalaria Virgultatis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight stem with a grayish-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-oblong, and have a pointed tip. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria virgultatis is used for erosion control and as a source of food and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria virgultatis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and long, curved stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have compound leaves with three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria virgultatis is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Crotalaria virgultatis

Crotalaria virgultatis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Crotalaria virgultatis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria virgultatis?

Crotalaria virgultatis

What is the common name of Crotalaria virgultatis?

Twiggy Crotalaria

What is the family of Crotalaria virgultatis?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-5663: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.