Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albescens
ID:
175353

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.3: 201 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174682

Common Names

  • Silvery Lupine
  • Silver Bush Lupine
  • White Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus parodianus C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus incanus Graham [valid]

Description

Lupinus albescens (also called White lupine, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, blue flowers and long, spiny branches. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus albescens is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus albescens is a white to pale blue pea-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus albescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained soil. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny position until they are established.

Where to Find Lupinus albescens

Lupinus albescens is native to Mexico and Central America.

Lupinus albescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus albescens?

Lupinus albescens

What are the common names of Lupinus albescens?

White-stemmed lupine, white-stemmed lupin

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus albescens?

Lupinus albescens is native to Mexico.

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.