Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
enneandra
ID:
171140

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Fraser

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170469

Common Names

  • Enneandra
  • Prairie Clover
  • Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Dalea penicillata Moric., p.p.B [deprecated]

Description

Dalea enneandra (also called Nine-Stamen Dalea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea enneandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea enneandra has small, yellowish-white flowers, with a single seed in each pod. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea enneandra is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Dalea enneandra

Dalea enneandra is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Dalea enneandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea enneandra?

Dalea enneandra

What is the common name of Dalea enneandra?

None

What is the growth habit of Dalea enneandra?

It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

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

Charles Fraser (1788-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Fraser' in the authors string.