Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
169774

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) Shinners

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Field & Lab.17: 84 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169103

Common Names

  • Oval-leaf Prairie Clover
  • Oval-leaf Prairie-clover
  • Oval-leaf Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Kuhnistera obovata (Moric.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Petalostemon obovatum Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Dalea agastachya Moric. [valid]
  • Kuhnistera agastachya (Moric.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Kuhnistera obovata A.Heller [valid]

Description

Dalea obovata (also called obovate 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 obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control, as it is a fast-growing plant that can withstand drought and poor soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea obovata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea obovata 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 obovata

Dalea obovata can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Dalea obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea obovata?

Dalea obovata

What is the common name of Dalea obovata?

Oval-leaf prairie clover

What is the family of Dalea obovata?

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.