Dalea wrightii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl.3(5): 49 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170210
Common Names
- Wright's Prairie Clover
- Wright's Dalea
- Wright's Indigobush
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- Parosela wrightii (A.Gray) Vail [valid]
Description
Dalea wrightii (also called Wright's 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 wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dalea wrightii var. wrightiiDalea wrightii var. warnockii (Tharp & F.A.Barkley) B.L.Turner
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dalea wrightii has small purple flowers with five petals and a short, curved seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dalea wrightii is a perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The plant should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Dalea wrightii
Dalea wrightii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas in the desert.
Dalea wrightii FAQ
What type of soil does Dalea wrightii prefer?
Dalea wrightii prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
What is the growth rate of Dalea wrightii?
Dalea wrightii has a slow to moderate growth rate.
How much sunlight does Dalea wrightii need?
Dalea wrightii 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
References
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dalea wrightii A.Gray: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.