Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hintoniorum
ID:
1261610

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia76: 295 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260948

Common Names

  • Lupinus hintoniorum
  • Hintoniorum Lupinus
  • Hintoniorum's Lupinus

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Description

Lupinus hintoniorum (also called 'Hinton's Lupinus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in thickets and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus hintoniorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus hintoniorum is a small, blue, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus hintoniorum is an herbaceous perennial native to western North America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken in early spring and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Lupinus hintoniorum

Lupinus hintoniorum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hunan, and Yunnan.

Lupinus hintoniorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus hintoniorum?

Lupinus hintoniorum

What is the common name of Lupinus hintoniorum?

Hinton's Lupine

What is the family of Lupinus hintoniorum?

Fabaceae

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