Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hinkleyorum
ID:
168864

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 182 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168193

Common Names

  • Hinkley's Lupine
  • Hinkley Lupine
  • Hinkley's Lupinus

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Description

Lupinus hinkleyorum (also called Hinkley's 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 hinkleyorum is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus hinkleyorum 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 hinkleyorum is a perennial plant that grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 12 inches apart when they reach a few inches in height.

Where to Find Lupinus hinkleyorum

Lupinus hinkleyorum can be found in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.

Lupinus hinkleyorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus hinkleyorum?

Lupinus hinkleyorum

What is the common name of Lupinus hinkleyorum?

Hinkley's Lupine

What is the habitat of Lupinus hinkleyorum?

It grows in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

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