Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madrensis
ID:
175405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seem.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Herald: 278 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174734

Common Names

  • California Lupine
  • Madera Lupine
  • Mountain Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus madrensis garcianus C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus squamecaulis C.P.Sm. [valid]

Description

Lupinus madrensis (also called Madrean 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 many types of habitat, including chaparral, oak woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus madrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its seeds are used to make a flour for baking. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and to prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus madrensis has bright blue flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval. The seedlings are small and have compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus madrensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of new growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Lupinus madrensis

Lupinus madrensis is found in the Sierra Madre Occidental of Mexico.

Lupinus madrensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus madrensis?

Lupinus madrensis

What is the common name of Lupinus madrensis?

Madrean lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus madrensis?

Dry, open woodlands and grasslands

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