Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
emarginata
ID:
169727

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) Shinners

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Field & Lab.17: 84 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169056

Common Names

  • Fringed Prairie Clover
  • Emarginata Dalea
  • Pale Prairie Clover

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Synonyms

  • Kuhnistera emarginata (Torr. & A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Petalostemon emarginatum Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Petalostemon emarginatus Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Dalea emarginata (also called Notched Prairie Clover, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has a slender stem and small, white and purple flowers that bloom in the summer. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in prairies and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea emarginata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its drought tolerance and as a soil stabilizer in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea emarginata has small, white or lavender flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea emarginata is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.

Where to Find Dalea emarginata

Dalea emarginata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Dalea emarginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea emarginata?

Dalea emarginata

What is the common name of Dalea emarginata?

Notched-leaf prairie clover

What is the natural habitat of Dalea emarginata?

Dry prairies, open woodlands, and roadsides

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

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.