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nineanther prairie clover

Scientific Name: Dalea enneandra

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Nine-anther Prairie Clover (Dalea enneandra)

Dalea enneandra, commonly known as nine-anther prairie clover, is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the Pea Family (Fabaceae). This plant is known by several other common names, including big-top dalea, sail-pod dalea, plume dalea, slender parosela, and nine-anther prairie-clover.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is rated as unsafe for dogs.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is rated as unsafe for children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Dalea enneandra Nutt.
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family or Legume family).
  • Common Names: Nine-anther prairie clover, big-top dalea, sail-pod dalea, plume dalea, slender parosela, nine-anther prairie-clover, nine-anther dalea, bigtop dalea.
  • Synonyms: The text also mentions Dalea brachystachys as Fort Bowie prairie clover.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The nine-anther prairie clover can be found in the US, including locations like Caprock Canyons State Park in Texas, and the central forest-grasslands transition area. It is also mentioned in Goodwell and Texhoma, Oklahoma pastures, and roadsides.
  • It is part of the Nearctic Ecozone.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Dalea enneandra is described as a perennial forb/herb.
  • Stems are erect, typically 1-3, simple in the lower third to two-thirds, and bushy-branched above. Stems are described as glabrous to some other unspecified condition.
  • The flower spike is about 4 inches long, with individual flowers about 1/4 inch long.

Related Resources

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
  • Discover Life
  • Dave's Garden
  • Goodwell and Texhoma, Oklahoma Pasture and Roadside Plants.

For more information on the Nineanther Prairie Clover (Dalea enneandra), you can explore resources such as the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, Discover Life, and the USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database.