Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubescens
ID:
183954

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts17: 369 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183283

Common Names

  • Prairie Clover
  • Bushy Prairie Clover
  • Red Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Parosela lesueurii Tharp & F.A.Barkley [valid]
  • Dalea nana carnescens (Rydb.) Kearney & Peebles [valid]
  • Parosela rubescens (S.Watson) J.M.Coult. & A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Parosela whitehousae Tharp & F.A.Barkley [valid]
  • Parosela carnescens Rydb. [valid]
  • Parosela elatior Vail [illegitimate]
  • Dalea carnescens (Rydb.) Bullock [valid]
  • Dalea nana elatior Porter & J.M.Coult. [valid]
  • Parosela rubescens (S.Watson) Vail [unknown]

Description

Dalea rubescens (also called Red Prairie Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has a branching stem and is usually 0.3-1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, pinnately compound, and have 5-9 leaflets. It is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea rubescens is a small shrub with fragrant purple flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The leaves and flowers of the plant can also be used to make a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalea rubescens is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea rubescens is a perennial shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be planted in spring. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are about 6 inches tall.

Where to Find Dalea rubescens

Dalea rubescens is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and grasslands.

Dalea rubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea rubescens?

Dalea rubescens

What is the common name of Dalea rubescens?

Red prairie clover

What is the natural habitat of Dalea rubescens?

It is native to the Great Plains of North America, from Alberta and Saskatchewan, south to Texas and east to North Dakota.

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