| |
Dalea candida White prairie clover (1 Page of 5) The Dalea candida plant species is found in Central N. America - southwards from Canada. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as White prairie clover. Some home gardeners know the variety as Petalostemon candidum. (Willd.)Michx. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Dalea candida Common Name: White prairie clover Family: Leguminosae Author: (Michx.)Willd. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.7 Mature Width: Habitat: Dry desert and alluvial soils to 2000 metres[43, 200].
Edible Uses: Root - raw or chewed for its pleasant sweet flavour[105, 161, 177, 183]. Eaten as a delicacy by children[257].
A tea-like beverage is made from the dried leaves[105, 161, 177, 183].
For further Dalea candida gardening information click on one of the blue links below Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses
The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'. View their bibliography

| |