Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laniceps
ID:
165011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
S. W. Naturalist15: 390 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164340

Common Names

  • Laniceps Dalea
  • Dalea Laniceps
  • Laniceps Dalea

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea laniceps 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 laniceps 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 laniceps

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

Dalea laniceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea laniceps?

Dalea laniceps

What is the common name of Dalea laniceps?

Woolly-headed Dalea

What is the natural habitat of Dalea laniceps?

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