Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amnis-otuni
ID:
168716

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 701 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168045

Common Names

  • Lupine
  • Bluebonnet
  • Texas Bluebonnet

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Description

Lupinus amnis-otuni (also called Otun River Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has blue flowers and amnis-otuni leaves, and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus amnis-otuni is used as a nitrogen-fixing plant, which helps to enrich the soil. It is also used as a cover crop and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus amnis-otuni is a pale blue, with a yellow center. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus amnis-otuni 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 amnis-otuni

Lupinus amnis-otuni can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Lupinus amnis-otuni FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus amnis-otuni?

Lupinus amnis-otuni

What is the family of Lupinus amnis-otuni?

Fabaceae

Where is Lupinus amnis-otuni found?

Peru

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