Scientific Name
Dalea candida
Files
Download Seed: Seeds are 1.5 to 2.5 mm long. (81 KB)
Download Seedling: Two month old white prairie clover seedling grown in research greenhouse at SDSU. (129 KB)
Download Vegetative: leaves contain 3-9 leaflets. (83 KB)
Download Flowering: The flowers are terminal on the main stem. (58 KB)
Download Fruiting: The indehiscent fruit pods produce 1 seed each. (66 KB)
Family Name
Fabaceae
Common Name
Prairie clover, slender white prairie clover, white prairie clover
Native American Name
Dakota:
Description
Dalea candida is a(n) perennial herbaceous, which grows 3 dm to 10 dm in height. This species is commonly found prairie, rocky open woods. The leaves are alternate. Dalea candida has white white flowers that bloom from May to August.
Horticulture Notes
Seed Collection: Collect seed in Jul.-Aug. when brown in color
Germination: Scarification
Vegetative Propagation:
Soils: Rocky or gravelly
Light: Full sun
Water:
Notes: Can be planted in spring and grows quickly