Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kingii
ID:
175392

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts8: 534 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174721

Common Names

  • King's Lupine
  • King's Blue Lupine
  • King's Bush Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus aridus S.Watson [illegitimate]
  • Lupinus kingii argillaceus (Wooton & Standl.) C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus kingii kingii [unknown]
  • Lupinus sileri S.Watson [valid]
  • Lupinus capitatus Greene [valid]
  • Lupinus argillaceus Wooton & Standl. [valid]
  • Lupinus aridus aridus [unknown]

Description

Lupinus kingii (also called King's Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and grows to a height of 0.3–1 m. It is found in dry, open, rocky areas, often on serpentine soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus kingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock. It is also used as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus kingii has bright blue flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval. The seedlings are small and have compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus kingii is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of new growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Lupinus kingii

Lupinus kingii can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and east to Nevada and Utah.

Lupinus kingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus kingii?

Lupinus kingii

What is the common name of Lupinus kingii?

King's lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus kingii?

Dry, open woodlands and grasslands

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