Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macounii
ID:
178798

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club34: 42 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178127

Common Names

  • Macoun's Lupine
  • Macoun Lupine
  • Macoun's Blue Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus argenteus macounii (Rydb.) R.J.Davis [valid]
  • Lupinus argenteus krauchianus C.P.Sm. [unknown]
  • Lupinus argenteus prati-harti C.P.Sm. [unknown]
  • Lupinus argenteus submanens C.P.Sm. [unknown]
  • Lupinus argenteus wallianus C.P.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Lupinus macounii (also called Macoun's 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 a variety of habitats, including chaparral, meadows, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus macounii is used as a forage crop, as a green manure, and for soil improvement. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus macounii has small, blue-purple flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus macounii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed sown directly into the garden in spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in early summer and rooted in a pot of moist soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Lupinus macounii

Lupinus macounii is found in the western United States, from California to British Columbia. It is a perennial plant that grows in dry, rocky areas.

Lupinus macounii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus macounii?

Lupinus macounii

What is the common name of Lupinus macounii?

Macoun's Lupine

What is the family of Lupinus macounii?

Fabaceae

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