Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
171149

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 3: 1341 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170478

Common Names

  • Dalea tomentosa
  • Woolly Prairie Clover
  • Woolly Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Psoralea tomentosa Cav. [valid]
  • Parosela tomentosa (Cav.) Rose [valid]
  • Dalea verbenacea Schltdl. & Cham. [deprecated]
  • Lotodes tomentosa (Cav.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Dalea tomentosa (also called Woolly Dalea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. The plant is drought tolerant and has a low water requirement, making it a good choice for xeriscaping.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dalea tomentosa var. psoraleoides (Moric.) Barneby
Dalea tomentosa var. tomentosa
Dalea tomentosa var. mota Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea tomentosa has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, slender stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea tomentosa is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Dalea tomentosa

Dalea tomentosa is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Dalea tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea tomentosa?

Dalea tomentosa

What is the common name of Dalea tomentosa?

Woolly prairie clover

What is the growth habit of Dalea tomentosa?

It is an upright, clumping perennial.

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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.