Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cavicaulis
ID:
168778

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 703 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168107

Common Names

  • Cavicaulis Lupine
  • Mountain Lupine
  • Blue Lupine

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Description

Lupinus cavicaulis (also called Stem-clasping 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 cavicaulis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus cavicaulis has blue-violet flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus cavicaulis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Lupinus cavicaulis

Lupinus cavicaulis is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lupinus cavicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus cavicaulis?

Lupinus cavicaulis

Where is Lupinus cavicaulis found?

Lupinus cavicaulis is found in western North America, from British Columbia to California.

What is the growth habit of Lupinus cavicaulis?

Lupinus cavicaulis is an evergreen perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall.

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