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Silktop Dalea

Dalea aurea

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Illustration of Silktop Dalea (Dalea aurea)

Silktop Dalea is a perennial plant with bright yellow flowers and silky seed pods. It is a member of the legume family and is known for its ability to improve soil fertility. The plant is often used in prairie restoration projects.

Habitat
It is found in prairies and open woodlands of the central United States.
Diet
Bees and butterflies are attracted to its flowers for nectar.
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a Silktop Dalea

The best time to see a Silktop Dalea is May–June, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,649 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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