Crotalaria berteroana
Berteron's Rattlebox
Also known as: Crotalaria berteriana DC. +1 more
- Crotalaria berteriana DC.
- Crotalaria paniculata Bojer
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual, perennial or subshrub.
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Originating in Tropical Asia, Crotalaria berteroana (commonly known as Berteron's Rattlebox) is an annual, herbaceous perennial or shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in seasonally dry tropical conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TROPICAL
Regions (WGSRPD)
Indian Subcontinent
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Comoros, Hawaii, Jamaica, Madagascar, Mauritius, New Guinea, Réunion, Seychelles, Sumatera
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms