Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luisanae
ID:
1427754

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Contr.-Ortiz & Jara

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa364: 62 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443919

Common Names

  • Lupinus luisanae
  • Luisanae Lupinus
  • Luisanae's Lupinus

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Description

Lupinus luisanae (also called 'Louisiana Lupine', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an herbaceous perennial with green, pinnately compound leaves and purple flowers. It is native to the United States and is found in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus luisanae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, diarrhea, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus luisanae var. luisanae
Lupinus luisanae var. ocetensis N.Contr.-Ortiz & Jara

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lupinus luisanae are blue or purple in color and have a pea-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus luisanae is an annual herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed.

Where to Find Lupinus luisanae

Lupinus luisanae is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Guerrero.

Lupinus luisanae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus luisanae?

Lupinus luisanae

What is the common name of Lupinus luisanae?

No common name

Where is Lupinus luisanae found?

It is found in Mexico

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

Orlando Adolfo Jara-Muñoz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jara' in the authors string.