Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
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Dalea candida - White Prairie Clover Dalea candida - White Prairie Clover
Scientific Name: Dalea candida (Petalostemum occidentale)
Common Name: White Prairie Clover
Flower Color: White
Plant Type: Subshrub, Herb, Perennial
Height: To 30 inches (76 cm) tall
Date Observed: July 30, 2006 & August 5, 2006
Notes: The small flowers begin to bloom in a ring at the base of the up to 3 inch (7.6 cm) long flower spikes and will later bloom closer to the top. The pinnate leaves have 3 to 9 lanceolate leaflets. The leaves and stems are hairless, unlike the similar D. albiflora.
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