Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ornata
ID:
171145

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Douglas ex Hook.) Eaton & Wright

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Man. Bot., ed. 8: 219 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170474

Common Names

  • Ornata Dalea
  • Prairie Clover
  • Showy Dalea

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Synonyms

  • Kuhnistera ornata (Douglas ex Hook.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Petalostemon lagopus Rydb. [valid]
  • Petalostemon ornatus Hook. [unknown]
  • Petalostemon macrostachyus Torr. & A.Gray [illegitimate]
  • Petalostemon ornatum Hook. [unknown]
  • Petalostemon ornatus Douglas [valid]
  • Petalostemon ornatus pallidus H.St.John [valid]

Description

Dalea ornata (also called Ornate 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 ornata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a windbreak, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea ornata has small, yellowish-white flowers, with a single seed in each pod. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea ornata 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 ornata

Dalea ornata 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 ornata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea ornata?

Dalea ornata

What is the common name of Dalea ornata?

Ornate prairie clover

What is the growth habit of Dalea ornata?

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

David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.
Amos Eaton (1776-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eaton' in the authors string.
John Wright (1811-1846): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wright' in the authors string.