Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
excubitus
ID:
168828

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot.8: 26 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168157

Common Names

  • Excubitus Lupine
  • Excubitus Blue Lupine
  • Excubitus White Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus excubitus excubitus [unknown]

Description

Lupinus excubitus (also called California Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to California. It typically grows in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus excubitus is used as an ornamental plant, for shade, and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus excubitus sub. excubitus
Lupinus excubitus var. medius (Jeps.) Munz
Lupinus excubitus var. austromontanus (A.Heller) C.P.Sm.
Lupinus excubitus var. hallii (Abrams) C.P.Sm.
Lupinus excubitus var. johnstonii C.P.Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus excubitus is a blue-violet color and has a long, narrow banner petal. The seed is a small, flat, brown bean-like seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green plant with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus excubitus 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 excubitus

Lupinus excubitus is native to California and can be found in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and Cascade Ranges.

Lupinus excubitus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus excubitus?

Lupinus excubitus

What is the common name of Lupinus excubitus?

Standing Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus excubitus?

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