Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispanicus
ID:
184033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Reut.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Nov. Hisp.: 17 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183362

Common Names

  • Spanish Lupin
  • Hispanica Lupin
  • Spanish Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus luteus hispanicus (Boiss. & Reut.) Pau [unknown]

Description

Lupinus hispanicus (also called Spanish lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in grassland and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus hispanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus hispanicus has small, blue to purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus hispanicus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It should be sown in spring in a sunny location in well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The seedlings should be thinned out to a spacing of 10-15 cm when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lupinus hispanicus

Lupinus hispanicus is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

Lupinus hispanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus hispanicus?

Lupinus hispanicus

What is the common name of Lupinus hispanicus?

Spanish Lupin

What is the family of Lupinus hispanicus?

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

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
George François Reuter (1805-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reut.' in the authors string.