Dalea nelsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rose ex Rydb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 24(2): 120, in syn. 1920 [22 Jan 1920]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169100
Common Names
- Nelson's Prairie Clover
- Nelson's Prairie-clover
- Nelson's Dalea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dalea nelsonii (also called Nelson's 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 nelsonii is used as an ornamental plant, as a forage crop, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalea nelsonii has small, white or lavender flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dalea nelsonii is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.
Where to Find Dalea nelsonii
Dalea nelsonii can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Dalea nelsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalea nelsonii?
Dalea nelsonii
What is the common name of Dalea nelsonii?
Nelson's prairie clover
What is the family of Dalea nelsonii?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-15429: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.