Status:
valid
Authors:
A.E.Estrada, Mart.-Ram., A.Mares & Ocampo
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa454: 149 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443748
Description
Dalea rubriflora (also called Red-Flowered Prairie-Clover, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States. It has purple flowers and grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Dalea rubriflora is a small, evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It is also a popular hedge plant in temperate climates.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dalea rubriflora is yellow with a purple center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalea rubriflora is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 3m tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe side shoots in summer.
Where to Find Dalea rubriflora
Dalea rubriflora is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Dalea rubriflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalea rubriflora?
Dalea rubriflora
What type of plant is Dalea rubriflora?
Dalea rubriflora is a shrub.
Where is Dalea rubriflora found?
Dalea rubriflora is found in Mexico.
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