Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 159 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168149
Common Names
- Ellsworth's Lupine
- Ellsworth Lupine
- Ellsworthianus Lupine
Description
Lupinus ellsworthianus (also called Ellsworth'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 ellsworthianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus ellsworthianus 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 ellsworthianus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not to overwater it. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Lupinus ellsworthianus
Lupinus ellsworthianus can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.
Lupinus ellsworthianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus ellsworthianus?
Lupinus ellsworthianus
What is the common name of Lupinus ellsworthianus?
Ellsworth's lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus ellsworthianus?
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