Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anatolicus
ID:
364364

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Swiecicki & W.K.Swiecicki

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Genet. Resources Crop Evol.43: 116 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363696

Common Names

  • Anatolian Lupine
  • Lupinus anatolicus
  • Lupinus anatolicus var. anatolicus

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Description

Lupinus anatolicus (also called Anatolian Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a bushy growth habit and produces bright blue flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and is often found on hillsides and in meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus anatolicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion and to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus anatolicus is a blue-violet color and is shaped like a banner. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are thin and have a white-gray stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus anatolicus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and plant in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Lupinus anatolicus

Lupinus anatolicus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, in North Africa, and in the Middle East.

Lupinus anatolicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus anatolicus?

Lupinus anatolicus

What type of plant is Lupinus anatolicus?

Herb

Where is Lupinus anatolicus found?

South America

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

Wiktor Święcicki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Swiecicki' in the authors string.
Wojciech K. Święcicki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.K.Swiecicki' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:988525-1: Based on the initial data import