Roundhead prairie clover
Dalea multiflora
Last reviewed: August 2026
Roundhead prairie clover (Dalea multiflora) is a perennial forb native to AR, CO, KS, LA and 5 more states. It blooms in June, July, August, and September. The flowers draw bees and butterflies. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.
Toxicity unknown
Roundhead prairie clover (Dalea multiflora) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AR, CO, KS, LA and 5 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Upright, bushy perennial forb with fine compound leaves and dense rounded clusters of small white flowers held atop wiry stems. Fits naturalistic prairie-style plantings.
Growing Roundhead prairie clover
Grow Roundhead prairie clover in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 12 to 24 inches tall and spread 12 to 18 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.
In an HOA neighborhood
Roundhead prairie clover is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
Host plant for southern dogface, reakirt's blue.
Round flower clusters attract bees and butterflies, and the foliage serves as a larval host for several butterfly species.
Common questions
- How much sun does Roundhead prairie clover need?
- Roundhead prairie clover grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Roundhead prairie clover bloom?
- Roundhead prairie clover blooms in June, July, August, and September.
- Where is Roundhead prairie clover native?
- Roundhead prairie clover (Dalea multiflora) is native to AR, CO, KS, LA and 5 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
- What butterflies or moths does Roundhead prairie clover host?
- Roundhead prairie clover is a larval host plant for southern dogface and reakirt's blue.
- Is Roundhead prairie clover HOA-friendly?
- Roundhead prairie clover is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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