Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hebecarpa
ID:
204994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Rudd

Source:
ildis

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia54: 28 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204323

Common Names

  • Hebecarpa Crotalaria
  • Hebecarpa Rattlebox
  • Hebecarpa Rattlepod

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria uniflora J.Koenig ex Roxb. [valid]
  • Goniogyna hebecarpa DC. [valid]
  • Goniogyna hirta (Willd.) Ali [valid]
  • Goniogyna leiocarpa DC. [illegitimate]
  • Hallia hirta Willd. [valid]
  • Heylandia hebecarpa DC. [valid]
  • Heylandia leiocarpa DC. [valid]
  • Lespedeza latebrosa Pers. [valid]
  • Hedysarum latebrosum L. [valid]
  • Goniogyna latebrosa DC. [valid]
  • Heylandia latebrosa DC. [unknown]

Description

Crotalaria hebecarpa (also called 'Woolly Rattlebox', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, and is found in dry, open, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria hebecarpa is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of firewood, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crotalaria hebecarpa has yellow flowers, and its seeds are black, round, and smooth. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a smooth texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria hebecarpa is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it requires minimal care and can tolerate dry conditions.

Where to Find Crotalaria hebecarpa

Crotalaria hebecarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Crotalaria hebecarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria hebecarpa?

Crotalaria hebecarpa

What is the common name of Crotalaria hebecarpa?

Woolly Rattlebox

What is the habitat of Crotalaria hebecarpa?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Velva Elaine Rudd (1910-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudd' in the authors string.