Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scariosa
ID:
169796

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169125

Common Names

  • Scarious Dalea
  • Scarious Prairie Clover
  • Scariose Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Parosela scariosa (S.Watson) A.Heller [valid]
  • Petalostemon scariosum (S.Watson) Wemple [valid]
  • Petalostemon prostratum Wooton & Standl. [unknown]
  • Parosela scariosa (S.Watson) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Petalostemon prostratus Wooton & Standl. [unknown]

Description

Dalea scariosa (also called Scary 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 scariosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought tolerant and has a long blooming period. It is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea scariosa has small, purple flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. Its seeds are small, brown, and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea scariosa is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 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 scariosa is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Dalea scariosa

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

Dalea scariosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea scariosa?

Dalea scariosa

What is the common name of Dalea scariosa?

Scarious Prairie Clover

What is the natural range of Dalea scariosa?

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