Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boliviana
ID:
182828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club16: 259 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000182157

Common Names

  • Bolivian Prairie Clover
  • Dalea boliviana
  • Bolivian Indigo Bush

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Synonyms

  • Dalea tapacariensis Harms ex Kuntze [valid]
  • Dalea hofstenii R.E.Fr. [valid]
  • Dalea retusifolia Harms ex Kuntze [valid]
  • Parosela boliviana J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Parosela boliviana herrerae J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Parosela calliantha J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Parosela hofstenii J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Dalea calliantha Ulbr. [valid]
  • Dalea boliviana herrerae J.F.Macbr. [valid]

Description

Dalea boliviana (also called Bolivian Dalea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea boliviana is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalea boliviana is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, round bean. The seedling has two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea boliviana is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Dalea boliviana

Dalea boliviana is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina.

Dalea boliviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea boliviana?

Dalea boliviana

What is the common name of Dalea boliviana?

Bolivian Indigo Bush

What is the natural habitat of Dalea boliviana?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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