Status:
valid
Authors:
A.E.Estrada & Villarreal
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa246: 90 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344763
Common Names
- Jaliscana
- Dalea
- Dalea Jaliscana
Description
Dalea jaliscana (also called Jalisco Dalea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Mexico and inhabits humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dalea jaliscana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalea jaliscana has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, brown, oblong seeds. Seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalea jaliscana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For cuttings, take 4-6 inch stem cuttings and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should take root in about 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Dalea jaliscana
Dalea jaliscana is native to Jalisco, Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky hillsides.
Dalea jaliscana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalea jaliscana?
Dalea jaliscana
What is the natural habitat of Dalea jaliscana?
It is found in dry areas of Jalisco, Mexico.
What is the flowering period of Dalea jaliscana?
It flowers from April to June.
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