Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
constancei
ID:
175707

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.W.Nelson & J.P.Nelson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Brittonia35: 180 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175036

Common Names

  • Constance's Lupine
  • Constance's Lupin
  • Constance's Pea

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus lepidus constancei (T.W.Nelson & J.P.Nelson) Isely [valid]

Description

Lupinus constancei (also called Constance's Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the south-central United States. It has a woody stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with 5-7 leaflets. It produces small, white flowers in the summer. It is found in prairies, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus constancei is a popular ornamental plant, and is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a border plant. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lupinus constancei are blue, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus constancei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plant should be divided into small clumps of 3-4 stems. The clumps should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Lupinus constancei

Lupinus constancei can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lupinus constancei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus constancei?

Lupinus constancei

What is the common name of Lupinus constancei?

Constance's lupine

What is the family of Lupinus constancei?

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

References

Thomas W. Nelson (1928-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.W.Nelson' in the authors string.
Jane P. Nelson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Nelson' in the authors string.