Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
175602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.27: 356 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174931

Common Names

  • Cuatrecasas' Prairie Clover
  • Dalea Cuatrecasasii
  • Cuatrecasas' Indigobush

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Description

Dalea cuatrecasasii (also called Cuatrecasas' 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 cuatrecasasii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea cuatrecasasii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea cuatrecasasii 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 cuatrecasasii

Dalea cuatrecasasii is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range.

Dalea cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea cuatrecasasii?

Dalea cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Dalea cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasas' prairie clover

What is the family of Dalea cuatrecasasii?

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