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Caracas rattlebox

Scientific Name: Crotalaria micans

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Caracas Rattlebox (Crotalaria micans)

Crotalaria micans, commonly known as Caracas Rattlebox, is a plant with origins in central and south America, now found in many tropical regions.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is referred to as a "rattlebox", which implies it may contain small, seed-like structures inside the pods that could be a choking hazard.
  • It grows as a subshrub or shrub and its stems become woody, which could be of concern for pets who chew or ingest plant parts.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is referred to as a "rattlebox", which implies it may contain small, seed-like structures inside the pods that could be a choking hazard.
  • It grows as a subshrub or shrub and its stems become woody, which could be of concern for children who chew or ingest plant parts.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Crotalaria micans Link
  • Common Name: Caracas Rattlebox
  • Family: Fabaceae (Legume Family)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Crotalaria anagyroides Kunth
    • Crotalaria brachystachya Benth.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Originates from central and south America.
  • Introduced into many tropical countries, including those in Malesia and Africa.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Perennial plant.
  • Growth Habit: Subshrub, Shrub.
  • Erect plant with stems that become more or less woody.
  • Can grow up to 4 meters tall.
  • Forms terminal inflorescences.
  • Leaf Type: Deciduous
  • Lifespan: Perennial

Ecological Role

  • Listed as an alien species in some regions.

Allergen Potential

  • Allergen Potential: Medium-Low

Quirky Facts

  • Other common names include Cascabelitos, Pine Kotalelia, Antsotry and Hinghai (Thai), sujc sajc soc,sujc saj c cao (Vietnamese).

Companion Plants, Pests, and Problems

  • Information is available regarding companion plants, known pests, and potential problems associated with Crotalaria micans.

Further Information

  • USDA PLANTS Database
  • The Plant List
  • Tree of Life Web Project (ToL)
  • Biodiversity Heritage Library (BHL)
  • WikiSpecies
  • Discover Life