Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
huachucanus
ID:
168868

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot.12: 10 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168197

Common Names

  • Huachuca Lupine
  • Huachuca Lupin
  • Huachuca Lupinus

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus platanophilus M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Lupinus huachucanus praescaposus C.P.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Lupinus huachucanus (also called Huachuca Mountain Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and it grows in rocky, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus huachucanus 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 huachucanus 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 huachucanus 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 huachucanus

Lupinus huachucanus is native to Arizona and can be found in the Huachuca Mountains.

Lupinus huachucanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus huachucanus?

Lupinus huachucanus

What is the common name of Lupinus huachucanus?

Huachuca Lupine

What is the habitat of Lupinus huachucanus?

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