Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fulcratus
ID:
168841

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Pittonia3: 159 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168170

Common Names

  • Fulcratus Lupine
  • Fulcratus Annual Lupine
  • Fulcratus Blue Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus albicaulis fulcratus Jeps. [valid]
  • Lupinus beaneanus C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus finitus C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus fraxinetorum Greene [valid]
  • Lupinus ione-walkerae C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus andersonii fulcratus C.P.Sm. [valid]

Description

Lupinus fulcratus (also called Fulcrum 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 fulcratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop in agricultural fields.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus fulcratus has yellow flowers that are 1-2 inches long. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus fulcratus 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 fulcratus

Lupinus fulcratus is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Lupinus fulcratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus fulcratus?

Lupinus fulcratus

What is the common name of Lupinus fulcratus?

Fulcrum Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus fulcratus?

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