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Lumholtz's prairie clover
Scientific Name: Dalea lumholtzii
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Dalea lumholtzii - Lumholtz's Prairie Clover
Dalea lumholtzii, commonly known as Lumholtz's Prairie Clover, is a perennial subshrub belonging to the Fabaceae (pea) family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Dalea lumholtzii B.L. Rob. & Fernald
- Common Names: Lumholtz's Prairie Clover, Lumholtz Dalae
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Synonym: Dalea arizonica (Vail) K.Schum.
- Other Related Species: Dalea albiflora, Dalea aurea, Dalea lutea, Dalea mexiae, Dalea brachystachys
Description
- Habit: Subshrub, Forb/herb
- Duration: Perennial
- It is identified by cone-like flower heads.
Distribution and Habitat
This species is described as one of the most widespread of the perennial Prairie Clovers.
Additional Information
- Members of the Dalea genus are commonly known as prairie clover or indigo bush.
- Other common names found for Dalea lumholtzii include the Spanish term "limoncillo."
- Lumholtz's Prairie Clover is described as an excellent range species, with high protein.
Resources
- USDA, NRCS. 2010. The PLANTS Database. National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA.
- Garden Guides