Status:
valid
Authors:
Desr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1792
Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl.3: 622 (1792)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174699
Common Names
- Bracted Lupine
- Short-stem Lupine
- Bracted Annual Lupine
Description
Lupinus bracteolaris (also called bracted lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has a hairy stem and is covered with blue-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus bracteolaris is a species of lupine native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and to prevent erosion.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lupinus bracteolaris var. bracteolaris
Lupinus bracteolaris var. tenuifolius (Arechav.) C.P.Sm.
Lupinus bracteolaris var. leptophylla Benth.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus bracteolaris has blue-violet flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are brown, flat and oval-shaped, with a length of 2-3 mm. The seedlings are very small, with two cotyledons and a pair of leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus bracteolaris 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 bracteolaris
Lupinus bracteolaris is native to the western United States, ranging from California to Montana.
Lupinus bracteolaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus bracteolaris?
Lupinus bracteolaris
What is the common name of Lupinus bracteolaris?
Bracted Lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus bracteolaris?
Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands
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