Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
havardii
ID:
175386

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts17: 369 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174715

Common Names

  • Lupinus havardii
  • Havardii Lupinus
  • Havard's Lupine

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Description

Lupinus havardii (also called Havard's lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has a hairy stem and is covered with blue-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus havardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock. It is also used as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus havardii has bright blue flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval. The seedlings are small and have compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus havardii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of new growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Lupinus havardii

Lupinus havardii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Lupinus havardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus havardii?

Lupinus havardii

What is the common name of Lupinus havardii?

Havard's lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus havardii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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

References