Rattlepod
Crotalaria albida
Rattlepod
Crotalaria albida
Crotalaria albida is a genus of bean plants. Crotalaria, commonly known as rattlepod or rattlebox, which has several uses in agriculture.
It is a leguminous plant, known for excellent biological fixation of atmospheric nitrogen and producing green mass for use as green manure.
The plant has a deep taproot system that penetrates the soil vertically, which helps in nutrient absorption.
Genre: Crotalaria
Species: Crotalaria albida
Scientific Name: Crotalaria albida
Crotalaria albida
Crotalaria albida is a genus of bean plants. Crotalaria, commonly known as rattlepod or rattlebox, which has several uses in agriculture.
It is a leguminous plant, known for excellent biological fixation of atmospheric nitrogen and producing green mass for use as green manure.
The plant has a deep taproot system that penetrates the soil vertically, which helps in nutrient absorption.
Genre: Crotalaria
Species: Crotalaria albida
Scientific Name: Crotalaria albida
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