Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cinnamomea
ID:
194186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.27: 399 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193515

Common Names

  • Dalea Cinnamomea
  • Cinnamon Prairie Clover
  • Cinnamon Wild Indigo

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Description

Dalea cinnamomea (also called Cinnamon Dalea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, trifoliate, and ovate in shape. It is found in tropical forests, open woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea cinnamomea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a medicinal oil and its flowers are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dalea cinnamomea is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea cinnamomea is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dalea cinnamomea

Dalea cinnamomea is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Dalea cinnamomea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea cinnamomea?

Dalea cinnamomea

What is the common name of Dalea cinnamomea?

Cinnamon Dalea

What is the natural habitat of Dalea cinnamomea?

Dry forests and scrublands

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