Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
169731

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 247 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169060



Common Names

  • Slender Dalea
  • Exilis Dalea
  • Slender Prairie Clover


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Synonyms

  • Parosela peruviana J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Dalea peruviana (J.F.Macbr.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Parosela exilis (DC.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]

Description

Dalea exilis (also called Slender Prairie Clover, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has a slender stem and small, white and purple flowers that bloom in the summer. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in prairies and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Dalea exilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its drought tolerance and as a soil stabilizer in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dalea exilis has small, white or lavender flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dalea exilis is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.

Where to Find Dalea exilis

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

Dalea exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dalea exilis?

Dalea exilis

What is the common name of Dalea exilis?

Slender prairie clover

What is the natural habitat of Dalea exilis?

Dry prairies, open woodlands, and roadsides

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