Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucosericea
ID:
169757

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rydb.) Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot.24(5): 213 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169086

Common Names

  • Leucosericea's Prairie Clover
  • Leucosericea's Indigobush
  • Leucosericea's Bush Clover

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Synonyms

  • Dalea loeseneriana Harms [valid]
  • Parosela leucosericea Rydb. [valid]
  • Parosela loeseneriana Standl. [valid]

Description

Dalea leucosericea (also called white-silky prairie clover, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea leucosericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and blooms with purple flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used as a food source for wildlife and livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalea leucosericea is a small, purple-blue to white, pea-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened legume. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea leucosericea is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Dalea leucosericea

Dalea leucosericea is native to the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open areas such as prairies and deserts.

Dalea leucosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea leucosericea?

Dalea leucosericea

What is the common name of Dalea leucosericea?

White-woolly prairie clover

What is the family of Dalea leucosericea?

Fabaceae

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

Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.