Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 265 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168136
Common Names
- Cymboides Lupine
- Cymboides' Lupine
- Cymboides Blue Lupine
Description
Lupinus cymboides (also called Boat-Fruited 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 cymboides 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus cymboides has yellow flowers that are 1-2 inches long. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus cymboides 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 cymboides
Lupinus cymboides can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon.
Lupinus cymboides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus cymboides?
Lupinus cymboides
What is the common name of Lupinus cymboides?
Boat-shaped lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus cymboides?
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