Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fissicalyx
ID:
168835

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Heller

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia7: 113 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168164

Common Names

  • Fissicalyx Lupine
  • Fissicalyx Annual Lupine
  • Fissicalyx Blue Lupine

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus fissicalyx is a light purple color and has a short, broad 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 fissicalyx 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 fissicalyx

Lupinus fissicalyx can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Lupinus fissicalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus fissicalyx?

Lupinus fissicalyx

What is the common name of Lupinus fissicalyx?

Fissicalyx Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus fissicalyx?

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