Crotalaria Aegyptiaca (Rattlepod – نزاع)

Crotalaria Aegyptiaca, commonly known as the Rattlepod or نزاع in Arabic, is a hardy annual or short-lived perennial herb native to arid and semi-arid regions of North Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. This attractive plant features slender, branching stems with small green leaves and bright yellow pea-like flowers that bloom beautifully even in dry desert conditions. It gets its common name “Rattlepod” from the sound of seeds rattling inside its mature pods.

Benefits of Crotalaria Aegyptiaca

• Highly drought-tolerant and well adapted to desert environments
• Improves soil fertility through nitrogen fixation
• Provides nectar for bees and other pollinators
• Ideal for habitat restoration and sustainable landscaping
• Adds seasonal color to arid gardens and native plantings

Care Tips for Crotalaria Aegyptiaca

• Light: Prefers full sunlight
• Watering: Minimal; water only during establishment
• Soil: Grows best in sandy or well-draining soils
• Pruning: Not required; trim lightly after flowering if needed
• Fertilizer: Not necessary due to nitrogen-fixing properties