Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cusickii
ID:
168803

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts22: 469 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168132

Common Names

  • Cusick's Lupine
  • Cusick Lupine
  • Cusick's Blue Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus lepidus cusickii (S.Watson) Detling [valid]
  • Lupinus lepidus cusickii (S.Watson) C.L.Hitchc. [valid]

Description

Lupinus cusickii (also called Cusick's Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus cusickii is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. Its flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, and it is also used as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus cusickii sub. brachypodus (Piper) B.J.Cox
Lupinus cusickii sub. cusickii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus cusickii has yellow flowers that are 1-2 inches long. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus cusickii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Lupinus cusickii

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

Lupinus cusickii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus cusickii?

Lupinus cusickii

What is the common name of Lupinus cusickii?

Cusick's lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus cusickii?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral

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