Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Brittonia32: 392 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174930
Common Names
- Cora Prairie Clover
- Cora Dalea
- Cora Indigobush
Description
Dalea cora (also called Cora Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in dry, rocky, or sandy soils in tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Dalea cora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalea cora has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is small, dark brown and flat. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalea cora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month.
Where to Find Dalea cora
Dalea cora is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range.
Dalea cora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalea cora?
Dalea cora
What is the common name of Dalea cora?
Cora prairie clover
What is the family of Dalea cora?
Fabaceae
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