Showy Rattlepod
Crotalaria spectabilis

Showy Rattlepod Plant 

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


Picture illumination Showy Rattlepod Plant 

Habit

Herb

Height

50-100 cm

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained loamy

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

No

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

India, Africa

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20-35°C

Humidity (%)

50-80%

Potting media

Loam, compost

Fertilizers

Organic, nitrogen-fixing

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

200-500 g

Flowering Time

Spring to Summer

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 7.5

Water Ph level

5.5 - 7.5

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

Forage, green manure

NPK ratio 

10:20:10

life Span

Annual

Health Benefits

Nitrogen fixer, soil enrichment

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, sulfur spray, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage, Spray Neem Oil. 

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

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

  • Used in soil enrichment as a nitrogen-fixing plant.

  • Some species contain alkaloids that may have medicinal applications but can be toxic in large amounts.

  • Research suggests potential antimicrobial properties.

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