Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alaristatus
ID:
168700

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 461 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168029

Common Names

  • Lupinus alaristatus
  • Alar Lupine
  • Alar Blue Lupine

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Description

Lupinus alaristatus (also called Awnless Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has blue flowers and alaristate leaves, and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus alaristatus 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 alaristatus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus alaristatus can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be covered lightly with soil and watered regularly until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden. The plants should be spaced about 18 inches apart and should be fertilized regularly. Deadheading of spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Lupinus alaristatus

Lupinus alaristatus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California and Oregon.

Lupinus alaristatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus alaristatus?

Lupinus alaristatus

What is the common name of Lupinus alaristatus?

Alar-winged Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus alaristatus?

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