Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing just enough to prevent the soil from becoming bone dry.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Also known as Tawny Crotalaria · White Back
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Berteron's Rattlebox (Crotalaria berteroana) is a flowering plant, often found in tropical and subtropical regions. It's recognized for its bright yellow flowers and seed
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade for best growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures; protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize lightly during growing season; avoid in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes |
| Toxic for pets | Yes |
Contains toxic alkaloids. Harmful if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter, providing just enough to prevent the soil from becoming bone dry.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain a tidy shape and encourage vigorous new growth. Light pruning can be done to shape the plant.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring. Seeds may require stratification or scarification to improve germination. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist potting mix.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Berteron's Rattlebox (Crotalaria berteroana)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Crotalaria |
| Species | Crotalaria berteroana |
Similar in genus Crotalaria
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