Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
willdenowiana
ID:
205092

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 134 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204421

Common Names

  • Crotalaria willdenowiana
  • Crotalaria
  • Willdenowiana

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria genistoides Willd. [illegitimate]

Description

Crotalaria willdenowiana (also called Willdenow's rattlebox, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy and rocky soils, in grasslands, and in disturbed sites. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and its flowers are yellow and pea-shaped.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria willdenowiana is used as a green manure crop, as a soil conditioner, and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crotalaria willdenowiana sub. varmae C.S.Reddy, Murthy, P.R.C.Prasad & V.S.Raju
Crotalaria willdenowiana sub. willdenowiana
Crotalaria willdenowiana sub. glabrifoliolata J.L.Ellis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria willdenowiana has yellow flowers with a sweet smell. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like pod with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria willdenowiana is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Crotalaria willdenowiana

Crotalaria willdenowiana can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and tropical Africa.

Crotalaria willdenowiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria willdenowiana?

Crotalaria willdenowiana

What is the common name of Crotalaria willdenowiana?

Willdenowiana Rattlebox

What is the family of Crotalaria willdenowiana?

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