Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ayavacensis
ID:
184182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
F.W.H.von Humboldt, A.J.A.Bonpland & C.S.Kunth, Nov. Gen. Sp.6: 486 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183511

Common Names

  • Dalea ayavacensis
  • Ayavaca Dalea
  • Ayavaca Prairie Clover

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Synonyms

  • Parosela ayavacensis J.F.Macbr. [valid]

Description

Dalea ayavacensis (also called 'Ayavaca Dalea', among many other common names) is a small, woody shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, purple flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea ayavacensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a natural source of food.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dalea ayavacensis var. killipii (J.F.Macbr.) Barneby
Dalea ayavacensis var. ayavacensis
Dalea ayavacensis var. viridescens Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea ayavacensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow-green center. Its seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea ayavacensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought and frost tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a windbreak or a screen.

Where to Find Dalea ayavacensis

Dalea ayavacensis is native to Mexico, where it is found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Mexico, Michoacan, Morelos, Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Dalea ayavacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea ayavacensis?

Dalea ayavacensis

What is the common name of Dalea ayavacensis?

Ayavaca Prairie Clover

What is the natural habitat of Dalea ayavacensis?

Dry, sandy soils in prairies and open woodlands

Species in the Dalea genus

Dalea aenigma, Dalea foliolosa, Dalea laniceps, Dalea abietifolia, Dalea albiflora, Dalea aurea, Dalea azurea, Dalea bicolor, Dalea brachystachya, Dalea brandegei, Dalea caeciliae, Dalea capitata, Dalea carthagenensis, Dalea cliffortiana, Dalea compacta, Dalea crassifolia, Dalea cuniculo-caudata, Dalea cyanea, Dalea cylindrica, Dalea dispar, Dalea dorycnoides, Dalea elata, Dalea elegans, Dalea emarginata, Dalea eriophylla, Dalea erythrorhiza, Dalea exilis, Dalea exserta, Dalea fieldii, Dalea filiciformis, Dalea filiformis, Dalea formosa, Dalea frutescens, Dalea galbina, Dalea grayi, Dalea greggii, Dalea hallii, Dalea hegewischiana, Dalea hemsleyana, Dalea hintonii, Dalea hospes, Dalea humifusa, Dalea insignis, Dalea jamesii, Dalea jamesonii, Dalea kuntzei, Dalea lachnostachys, Dalea lanata, Dalea lasiathera, Dalea leucosericea,

Species in the Fabaceae family