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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