Lupinus hyacinthinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene ex C.F.Baker
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
West Amer. Pl. 3: 8. 1904 Nomen; Leaflets Bot. Obs. & Crit. 2: 85. 1910
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168199
Common Names
- Hyacinth Lupine
- Hyacinth Lupin
- Hyacinth Lupinus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus hyacinthinus (also called Hyacinth Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico, and it grows in rocky, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus hyacinthinus is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lupinus hyacinthinus is a blue-violet color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus hyacinthinus 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 hyacinthinus
Lupinus hyacinthinus is native to California and can be found in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Lupinus hyacinthinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus hyacinthinus?
Lupinus hyacinthinus
What is the common name of Lupinus hyacinthinus?
Hyacinth Lupine
What is the habitat of Lupinus hyacinthinus?
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-14526: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Charles Fuller Baker (1872-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Baker' in the authors string.