Status:
valid
Authors:
Piper
Source:
ildis
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect.50: 200 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179198
Common Names
- Gorman's Lupine
- Gorman's Lupinus
- Gorman's Wolf's Milk
Description
Lupinus gormanii (also called Gorman's lupine, wild lupine, and blue lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the western United States. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed sites, woodlands, and prairies. It has a low-growing, bushy habit and produces blue-purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus gormanii is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus gormanii has bright blue flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus gormanii is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate by seed, and the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced at least 20 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Lupinus gormanii
Lupinus gormanii is native to North America. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.
Lupinus gormanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus gormanii?
Lupinus gormanii
What is the common name of Lupinus gormanii?
Gorman's Lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus gormanii?
Mountain meadows and open woodlands in the western United States
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