Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coronata
ID:
214356

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10, 2: 1168 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213685



Common Names

  • Crown Vetch
  • Crown Vetch
  • Crown Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Coronilla montana Scop. [valid]
  • Ornithopus coronatus (L.) Hornem. [valid]
  • Coronilla coronata macrophylla H.Jahn [valid]
  • Coronilla coronata fructolineata A.Jahn [unknown]
  • Coronilla coronata gracilis A.Jahn [unknown]
  • Coronilla coronata macrantha A.Jahn [unknown]
  • Coronilla coronata multiflora A.Jahn [unknown]
  • Coronilla coronata pedunculata A.Jahn [unknown]
  • Coronilla coronata rossica H.Jahn [valid]
  • Coronilla coronata minor Gaudin [valid]
  • Coronilla coronata Jacq. [illegitimate]
  • Coronilla valentina Lam. [illegitimate]

Description

Coronilla coronata (also called 'Crowned Coronilla', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb with a woody base, and can reach up to 40 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and grows in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Coronilla coronata is a species of flowering plant in the pea family. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for fodder and forage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coronilla coronata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, curved pistil. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coronilla coronata is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be propagated by seed in spring or by cuttings in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Coronilla coronata

Coronilla coronata is native to southern Europe and can be found in parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Coronilla coronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coronilla coronata?

Coronilla coronata

What is the common name of Coronilla coronata?

Crown Vetch

What is the family of Coronilla coronata?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family