Lance-leaved Rattlepod
Crotalaria lanceolata

Lance-leaved Rattlepod Plant 

Lance-leaved Rattlepod grows up to 4 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, non-edible but has medicinal uses.

Picture illustring Lance -leaved Rattlepod Plant 

Height

0.4 to 1.2 m

Habit

Herb

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Full 

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

USA

Climatic Condition

Arid, Semi-arid

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

50% to 60%

Potting media

50% Loam, 30% Sand, 20% Compost

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.3 to 0.5 kg

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Soil EC

0.5 to 0.9 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

1 to 2 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

05:10:05

life Span

3 to 4 years

Health Benefits

Nitrogen Fixing, Ornamental

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Anthracnose, Rust, Leaf Spot, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot

Dark, sunken lesions on stems and pods, Orange pustules on leaves, Brown or black lesions on leaves, Distorted leaves, sticky residue, Wilting, stunted growth, and yellowing leaves

 Crop rotation, removal of infected debris, Neem oil, sulfur spray, Neem oil, compost tea, Neem oil, insecticidal soap ,Improve soil drainage, compost tea

Fungicides with chlorothalonil, Fungicides with propiconazole, Copper-based fungicides ,Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides 

Hairy Vetch
Vicia villosa