Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breweri
ID:
175372

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts7: 334 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174701

Common Names

  • Brewer's Lupine
  • Brewer Lupine
  • Brewer's Annual Lupine

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Description

Lupinus breweri (also called Brewer's 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 breweri 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus breweri var. bryoides C.P.Sm.
Lupinus breweri var. grandiflorus C.P.Sm.
Lupinus breweri var. breweri
Lupinus breweri var. parvulus C.P.Sm. in Jeps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus breweri has bright blue flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval. The seedlings are small and have compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus breweri 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 breweri

Lupinus breweri is native to the western United States, ranging from California to Oregon.

Lupinus breweri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus breweri?

Lupinus breweri

What is the common name of Lupinus breweri?

Brewer's Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus breweri?

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

References