Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 454 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168067
Common Names
- Asplundianus Bush Lupine
- Asplundianus Blue Lupine
- Asplundianus Wild Lupine
Description
Lupinus asplundianus (also called Asplund's lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus asplundianus is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lupinus asplundianus is a blue-violet, pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, flattened, dark brown seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, upright, and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus asplundianus 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 asplundianus
Lupinus asplundianus 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 asplundianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus asplundianus?
Lupinus asplundianus
What is the family of Lupinus asplundianus?
Fabaceae
Where is Lupinus asplundianus 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