Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
luteus
ID:
214165

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 722 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213494

Common Names

  • Yellow Lupine
  • Lupinus luteus
  • Lupinus luteus subsp. luteus

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus niger Wehmer [valid]
  • Lupinus luteus compactus Kazim. & Kaz. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus volovnenkoae Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus ucrainicus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus lukasheviczii Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus bernatzkayae Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus golovczenkoi Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus orientalis Kazim. & Kaz. [invalid]
  • Lupinus luteus leucospermus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus taranuchoi Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus ochroleucus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus chloroticus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus maculosus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus kazimierskii Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus arcellus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus sempolovskii Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus melanospermus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus niger Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus cremeus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus leucospermus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus citrinus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus sulphureus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus stepanovae Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus ochroleucus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus aurantiacus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus croceus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus aureus Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus albicans Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus sinskayae Kurl. & Stank. [unknown]
  • Lupinus luteus ramosus Merino [unknown]

Description

Lupinus luteus (also called Yellow Lupin, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and North Africa. It has a branched stem and yellow flowers with a white keel. It grows in dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus luteus is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus luteus is a yellow, pea-like bloom. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus luteus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be well-drained and slightly acidic. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Lupinus luteus

Lupinus luteus is native to Europe, and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a short-lived perennial, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Lupinus luteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus luteus?

Lupinus luteus

Where can Lupinus luteus be found?

Europe and North Africa

What is the growth rate of Lupinus luteus?

Rapid

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