Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thouinii
ID:
185480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrank

Source:
ildis

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. Hort. Monac.: t. 9 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184809

Common Names

  • Thouin's Prairie Clover
  • Thouin's Dalea
  • Dalea Thouinii

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Synonyms

  • Petalostemon sessilis DC. [valid]
  • Parosela thouinii Rydb. [valid]
  • Parosela leporina thouinii (Schrank) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Dalea annua Thouin ex Schrank [unknown]

Description

Dalea thouinii (also called Prairie Clover, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North and South America. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea thouinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dalea thouinii are yellow, with five petals and a red center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea thouinii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 20 m. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Dalea thouinii

Dalea thouinii can be found in the dry regions of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Dalea thouinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea thouinii?

Dalea thouinii

What is the common name of Dalea thouinii?

Thouin's Prairie Clover

What is the natural habitat of Dalea thouinii?

It is native to North America, from Texas to Florida.

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