Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
giganteus
ID:
168848

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
ildis

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.8: 307 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168177

Common Names

  • Giant Lupine
  • Giganteus Lupine
  • Giganteus Lupinus

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus giganteus 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 giganteus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Lupinus giganteus

Lupinus giganteus is native to the United States and can be found in the Great Basin.

Lupinus giganteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus giganteus?

Lupinus giganteus

What is the common name of Lupinus giganteus?

Giant Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus giganteus?

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