Lupinus aberrans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 431 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168025
Common Names
- Lupinus aberrans
- Aberrant Lupine
- Giant Lupine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus aberrans (also called Aberrant Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has blue flowers and aberrans leaves, and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus aberrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus aberrans has blue-violet flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus aberrans is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks. Seedlings should be transplanted into larger containers when they reach 10-15 cm in height.
Where to Find Lupinus aberrans
Lupinus aberrans can be found in the western United States and Canada.
Lupinus aberrans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus aberrans?
Lupinus aberrans
What is the common name of Lupinus aberrans?
Aberrant Lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus aberrans?
Dry grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands
Species in the Lupinus genus
Lupinus aberrans, Lupinus adsurgens, Lupinus agardhianus, Lupinus alaristatus, Lupinus albert-smithianus, Lupinus albosericeus, Lupinus aliattenuatus, Lupinus alipatulus, Lupinus alirevolutus, Lupinus allargyreius, Lupinus altimontanus, Lupinus altiplani, Lupinus amabayensis, Lupinus amandus, Lupinus ammophilus, Lupinus amnis-otuni, Lupinus amphibius, Lupinus ananeanus, Lupinus angustiflorus, Lupinus antoninus, Lupinus apertus, Lupinus appositus, Lupinus arbustus, Lupinus archeranus, Lupinus arcticus, Lupinus arequipensis, Lupinus argurocalyx, Lupinus aridulus, Lupinus asplundianus, Lupinus atropurpureus, Lupinus ballianus, Lupinus bandelierae, Lupinus bangii, Lupinus barkeri, Lupinus benthamii, Lupinus bicolor, Lupinus bingenensis, Lupinus bolivianus, Lupinus boyacensis, Lupinus brachypremnon, Lupinus breviscapus, Lupinus bryoides, Lupinus buchtienii, Lupinus burkei, Lupinus caespitosus, Lupinus caldasensis, Lupinus camiloanus, Lupinus campestris, Lupinus carazensis, Lupinus carchiensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Charles Piper Smith (1877-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.P.Sm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus aberrans C.P.Sm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.