Lupinus cotopaxiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 369 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001051657
Common Names
- Cotopaxiensis Lupine
- Cotopaxiensis Lupin
- Cotopaxiensis Lupinus
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Lupinus cotopaxiensis (also called Cotopaxi Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the western United States, where it can be found in the states of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. It grows in open, dry habitats, such as sagebrush flats, rocky slopes, and dry meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus cotopaxiensis is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory. It is also used in the treatment of skin diseases, fever, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus cotopaxiensis has yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have green leaves and yellow flowers.
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Lupinus cotopaxiensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Lupinus cotopaxiensis
Lupinus cotopaxiensis can be found in Ecuador, primarily in the provinces of Cotopaxi and Pichincha.
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
Charles Piper Smith (1877-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.P.Sm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus cotopaxiensis C.P.Sm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.