Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longilabrum
ID:
364381

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 383 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363713

Common Names

  • Long-labrum Lupine
  • Lupinus longilabrum
  • Lupinus longilabrum var. longilabrum

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Description

Lupinus longilabrum (also called Long-lobed Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb that is native to western North America. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem with a few leaves. The flowers are blue, purple, or white, and the fruits are legumes.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus longilabrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion and to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus longilabrum is a bright blue-violet color with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves and a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus longilabrum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and plant in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Lupinus longilabrum

Lupinus longilabrum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, in North Africa, and in the Middle East.

Lupinus longilabrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus longilabrum?

Lupinus longilabrum

What is the common name of Lupinus longilabrum?

Longilabrum Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus longilabrum?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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