Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
walkeri
ID:
185752

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Phys.-Med. Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur.18(1): 328 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185081

Common Names

  • Crotalaria Walkeri
  • Walker's Rattlebox
  • Walker's Senna

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria semperflorens walkeri (Arn.) Baker [valid]

Description

Crotalaria walkeri (also called Crotalaria, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria walkeri has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a natural dye and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria walkeri has yellow flowers with a white throat. Its seeds are round and black. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria walkeri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Crotalaria walkeri

Crotalaria walkeri is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and wastelands.

Crotalaria walkeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria walkeri?

Crotalaria walkeri

What is the common name of Crotalaria walkeri?

Walker's rattlebox

What is the growth habit of Crotalaria walkeri?

It is an annual herb

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