Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevicaulis
ID:
175371

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel]: 53 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174700

Common Names

  • Short-stem Lupine
  • Short-spur Lupine
  • Short-spurred Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus scaposus Rydb. [valid]
  • Lupinus bassett-maguirei C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus dispersus A.Heller [valid]

Description

Lupinus brevicaulis (also called short-stemmed 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 brevicaulis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus brevicaulis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus brevicaulis 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 brevicaulis

Lupinus brevicaulis is native to the western United States, ranging from California to Utah.

Lupinus brevicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus brevicaulis?

Lupinus brevicaulis

What is the common name of Lupinus brevicaulis?

Short-stemmed Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus brevicaulis?

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