Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.22: 79 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184662
Common Names
- Cacumina Lupine
- Lupinus cacuminis
- Mountain Lupine
Description
Lupinus cacuminis (also called Cacumino, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Peru and Ecuador and is found in montane habitats. It has a perennial habit and produces blue flowers. It has a height of 0.3–1 m and a width of 0.3–0.6 m.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus cacuminis is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus cacuminis has blue flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus cacuminis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Lupinus cacuminis
Lupinus cacuminis can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
Lupinus cacuminis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus cacuminis?
Lupinus cacuminis
What is the common name of Lupinus cacuminis?
Cacuminis lupine
What is the family of Lupinus cacuminis?
Fabaceae
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