Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malacophyllus
ID:
176118

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Pittonia1: 215 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175447

Common Names

  • Blue-Leaved Lupine
  • Malacophyllus Lupine
  • Mountain Lupine

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Description

Lupinus malacophyllus (also called soft-leaf lupine, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus malacophyllus is used as an ornamental plant, for firewood, and for timber. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus malacophyllus has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have linear-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus malacophyllus is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate drought and salt. It is best grown in full sun and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Lupinus malacophyllus

Lupinus malacophyllus is native to western North America. It can be found in open, dry habitats such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands.

Lupinus malacophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus malacophyllus?

Lupinus malacophyllus

What type of plant is Lupinus malacophyllus?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus malacophyllus?

Dry forests and woodlands

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