Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
171141

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 224 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170470

Common Names

  • Humilis Dalea
  • Prairie Clover
  • Slender Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Dalea ervoides Benth. [valid]
  • Dalea inconspicua S.Schauer [valid]
  • Dalea herbacea G.Don [unknown]
  • Parosela ervoides (Benth.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Parosela inconspicua (S.Schauer) Rose [valid]
  • Dalea barrancae M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Dalea herbacea Moc. & Sessé ex G.Don [invalid]

Description

Dalea humilis (also called Low Dalea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 meters 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 humilis 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 humilis 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 humilis is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Dalea humilis

Dalea humilis 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 humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea humilis?

Dalea humilis

What is the common name of Dalea humilis?

Prairie clover

What is the growth habit of Dalea humilis?

It is a low-growing, clumping perennial.

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