Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dalesae
ID:
168809

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot.2: 266 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168138

Common Names

  • Dales' Lupine
  • Dales' Larkspur
  • Dales' Blue Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus formosus clemensae C.P.Sm. in Jeps. [valid]

Description

Lupinus dalesae (also called Dale'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 dalesae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. Its seeds are edible and can be used to make flour.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus dalesae has a bright blue flower and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are hairy and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus dalesae 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 dalesae

Lupinus dalesae can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Lupinus dalesae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus dalesae?

Lupinus dalesae

What is the common name of Lupinus dalesae?

Dales' lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus dalesae?

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