Status:
valid
Authors:
A.E.Estrada, Villarreal & M.González
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Brittonia56: 67 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286570
Common Names
- Dalea rupertii
- Rupert's Dalea
- Rupertii Dalea
Description
Dalea rupertii (also called Rupert's Dalea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Arizona. It has small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Dalea rupertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalea rupertii has white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dalea rupertii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little water.
Where to Find Dalea rupertii
Dalea rupertii is native to the United States and can be found in dry, open areas.
Dalea rupertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dalea rupertii?
Dalea rupertii
What is the common name of Dalea rupertii?
Rupert's prairie clover
What is the natural habitat of Dalea rupertii?
Dalea rupertii is found in sandy soils, prairies, and open woods
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