Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aenigma
ID:
165008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia26: 1 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164337

Common Names

  • Enigmatic Dalea
  • Dalea Aenigma
  • Aenigma Dalea

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Description

Dalea aenigma (also called Dalea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a thick, woody stem and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea aenigma is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dalea aenigma are purple and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea aenigma is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. Once the seedlings are established, they should be thinned to about 8-10 inches apart.

Where to Find Dalea aenigma

Dalea aenigma is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of the country.

Dalea aenigma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea aenigma?

Dalea aenigma

What is the common name of Dalea aenigma?

Enigmatic Dalea

What is the natural habitat of Dalea aenigma?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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