Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crotalarioides
ID:
175382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
C.F.P.von Martius & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Bras.15(1): 11 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174711

Common Names

  • Lupinus crotalarioides
  • Rattlebox Lupine
  • Crotalaria Lupine

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Description

Lupinus crotalarioides (also called crotalaria lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has a hairy stem and is covered with blue-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus crotalarioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion. It is also used as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus crotalarioides is a bright blue color and has a long, erect raceme. The seed is a small, flat, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedling is a small, hairy plant with a single stem and two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus crotalarioides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained soil. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny position until they are established.

Where to Find Lupinus crotalarioides

Lupinus crotalarioides is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California. It can be found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grasslands, and woodlands.

Lupinus crotalarioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus crotalarioides?

Lupinus crotalarioides

What is the common name of Lupinus crotalarioides?

Crotalaria Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus crotalarioides?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.