Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliolosa
ID:
165009

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia26: 1 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164338

Common Names

  • Foliolosa Dalea
  • Dalea Foliolosa
  • Foliolosa Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Dalea roseola (Rydb.) Cowan [deprecated]
  • Psoralea foliolosa Aiton [valid]

Description

Dalea foliolosa (also called Dalea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea foliolosa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dalea foliolosa var. citrina (Rydb.) Barneby
Dalea foliolosa var. foliolosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea foliolosa has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea foliolosa is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 8-10 inches apart.

Where to Find Dalea foliolosa

Dalea foliolosa can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.

Dalea foliolosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea foliolosa?

Dalea foliolosa

What is the common name of Dalea foliolosa?

Foliose Dalea

What is the natural habitat of Dalea foliolosa?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.