Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
170876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zucc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss.1: 342 (1829-1830 publ. 1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170205

Common Names

  • Versicolor Dalea
  • Versicolor Prairie Clover
  • Versicolor Clover

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Synonyms

  • Parosela versicolor (Zucc.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Dalea versicolor tsugoides (Rydb.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Dalea versicolor versicolor [unknown]

Description

Dalea versicolor (also called Versicolor Dalea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, purple flowers and long, narrow leaves. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils, and is found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea versicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dalea versicolor sub. argyrostachya (Hook. & Arn.) Barneby
Dalea versicolor var. sessilis (A.Gray) Barneby
Dalea versicolor var. involuta (Rydb.) Barneby
Dalea versicolor var. calcarata (Gentry) Barneby
Dalea versicolor sub. versicolor
Dalea versicolor var. wislizeni (A.Gray) ined.
Dalea versicolor var. decipiens Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea versicolor has small, purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea versicolor is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought.

Where to Find Dalea versicolor

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

Dalea versicolor FAQ

What type of soil does Dalea versicolor prefer?

Dalea versicolor prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

What is the growth rate of Dalea versicolor?

Dalea versicolor has a slow to moderate growth rate.

How much sunlight does Dalea versicolor need?

Dalea versicolor needs full sun to partial shade.

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