Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
killipianus
ID:
168880

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 427 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168209

Common Names

  • Killip's Lupine
  • Killip Lupine
  • Killip's Lupinus

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Description

Lupinus killipianus (also called Killip's 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 killipianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus killipianus has bright blue flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus killipianus is an annual herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seeds. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Lupinus killipianus

Lupinus killipianus can be found in the highlands of Peru.

Lupinus killipianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus killipianus?

Lupinus killipianus

What is the common name of Lupinus killipianus?

Killip's Lupine

What is the habitat of Lupinus killipianus?

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