Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptophyllus
ID:
175397

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl. & Cham.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Linnaea5: 589 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174726

Common Names

  • Lupinus leptophyllus
  • Leptophyllus Lupinus
  • Slender-leaved Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus schiedeanus Steud. [illegitimate]
  • Lupinus leptophyllus arsenei C.P.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Lupinus leptophyllus (also called Narrowleaf Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, where it grows in many types of habitat, including chaparral, oak woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus leptophyllus is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus leptophyllus has a blue flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus leptophyllus 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 leptophyllus

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

Lupinus leptophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus leptophyllus?

Lupinus leptophyllus

What is the common name of Lupinus leptophyllus?

Narrowleaf lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus leptophyllus?

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

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.