Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Brittonia40: 2 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179674
Common Names
- Glumacea Dalea
- Glumacea Bush
- Glumacea Clover
Description
Dalea glumacea (also called Glumaceous Dalea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with purple flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in dry forests, woodlands and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Dalea glumacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dalea glumacea are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are short and have a single stem with leaves that are oval-shaped and have serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalea glumacea is a perennial shrub native to tropical America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Dalea glumacea
Dalea glumacea can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.
Dalea glumacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalea glumacea?
Dalea glumacea
What is the common name of Dalea glumacea?
Glumaceous Prairie Clover
What is the range of Dalea glumacea?
It is found in the United States, from Texas to Florida, and north to Minnesota and New York.
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