Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sabinalis
ID:
169792

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Shinners

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Field & Lab.17: 83 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169121

Common Names

  • Sabinal Prairie Clover
  • Texas Prairie Clover
  • Gray Prairie Clover

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Synonyms

  • Kuhnistera sabinalis (S.Watson) A.Heller [valid]
  • Petalostemon sabinale S.Watson [unknown]
  • Petalostemon sabinalis S.Watson [valid]

Description

Dalea sabinalis (also called Sabinal Dalea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea sabinalis is a drought-tolerant plant that can be used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also a good source of nectar for bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea sabinalis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea sabinalis is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Dalea sabinalis is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Dalea sabinalis

Dalea sabinalis can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.

Dalea sabinalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea sabinalis?

Dalea sabinalis

What is the common name of Dalea sabinalis?

Sabinal Prairie Clover

What is the natural range of Dalea sabinalis?

Southwestern United States and northern 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

References

Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.