Lupinus ananeanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ulbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.37: 548 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168047
Common Names
- Anane Lupine
- Anane Lupine
- Anane Lupine
Searching for Lupinus ananeanus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus ananeanus (also called Anane Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has blue flowers and ananeanus leaves, and grows in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus ananeanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus ananeanus 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.
Searching for Lupinus ananeanus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus ananeanus 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 ananeanus
Lupinus ananeanus is native to the western United States and can be found in California, Nevada, Utah, Oregon, and Washington. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.
Lupinus ananeanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus ananeanus?
Lupinus ananeanus
What is the family of Lupinus ananeanus?
Fabaceae
Where is Lupinus ananeanus found?
Brazil
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
Oskar Eberhard Ulbrich (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus ananeanus Ulbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.