Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Watson) Abrams
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Fl. Los Angeles: 209 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168225
Common Names
- Long-leaved Lupine
- Long-leaved Lupinus
- Longifolius Lupinus
Synonyms
- Lupinus chamissonis longifolius S.Watson [valid]
- Lupinus albifrons longifolius (S.Watson) Isely [valid]
- Lupinus brittonii Abrams [valid]
- Lupinus mollissifolius Davidson [valid]
- Lupinus mollisifolius Davidson [unknown]
Description
Lupinus longifolius (also called Long-Leaved 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 longifolius is used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and reduce erosion, as well as for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lupinus longifolius is a purple-blue color and is about 1-2 cm long. The seed is a small, round, brown seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus longifolius 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 longifolius
Lupinus longifolius can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Lupinus longifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus longifolius?
Lupinus longifolius
What type of plant is Lupinus longifolius?
It is a shrub
Where does Lupinus longifolius grow?
It grows in the Andes region of South America
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