Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humifusus
ID:
364530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sessé & Moc. ex G.Don

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 336 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363862

Common Names

  • Humifusus Lupine
  • Humifusus
  • Lupinus Humifusus

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus geophilus Rose [valid]

Description

Lupinus humifusus (also called Spreading Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and produces bright purple flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus humifusus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for erosion control, and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus humifusus has white flowers with yellow anthers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus humifusus is a perennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Lupinus humifusus

Lupinus humifusus is native to western North America.

Lupinus humifusus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus humifusus?

Lupinus humifusus

What is the common name of Lupinus humifusus?

Spreading Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus humifusus?

Grassy 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

Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:504574-1: Based on the initial data import