Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eanophyllus
ID:
185338

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 763 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184667

Common Names

  • Blue Lupine
  • Eanophyllus Lupine
  • Arroyo Lupine

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Description

Lupinus eanophyllus (also called Eanophyllus Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Peru and is found in montane habitats. It has a perennial habit and produces blue flowers. It has a height of 0.3–1 m and a width of 0.3–0.6 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus eanophyllus is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus eanophyllus has blue flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus eanophyllus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Lupinus eanophyllus

Lupinus eanophyllus can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Lupinus eanophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus eanophyllus?

Lupinus eanophyllus

What is the common name of Lupinus eanophyllus?

Eanophyllus lupine

What is the family of Lupinus eanophyllus?

Fabaceae

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