Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cosentinii
ID:
214159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. Prodr.2: 398 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213488

Common Names

  • Cosentini's Lupine
  • Lupinus cosentinii
  • Lupinus cosentinii subsp. cosentinii

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus varius varius [unknown]
  • Lupinus digitatus sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Lupinus varius sensu L., p.p.A [deprecated]
  • Lupinus consentini Walp. [invalid]
  • Lupinus pilosus cosentinii (Guss.) P.Fourn. [valid]
  • Lupinus pilosus cosentinii (Guss.) Briq. [valid]
  • Lupinus pilosus velutinus Maire [valid]
  • Lupinus pilosus cosentinii (Guss.) Rouy [unknown]
  • Lupinus velutinus Pau [illegitimate]
  • Lupinus pilosus cosentinii (Guss.) Rouy & Foucaud [unknown]

Description

Lupinus cosentinii (also called Cosentino's Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a deep taproot and grows to a height of up to 1.2 meters. Its leaves are palmately compound and its flowers are usually blue. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus cosentinii is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus cosentinii is a blue-purple, pea-like bloom. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus cosentinii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lupinus cosentinii

Lupinus cosentinii is native to Europe, and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a short-lived perennial, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Lupinus cosentinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus cosentinii?

Lupinus cosentinii

Where can Lupinus cosentinii be found?

Central and Southern Italy

What is the growth rate of Lupinus cosentinii?

Rapid

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