Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 595 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001052601
Common Names
- Lupinus Maleopinatus
- Maleopinatus Lupinus
- Lupinus Lupinus
Description
Lupinus maleopinatus (also called Maleopinatus Lupinus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb that can grow up to 1 meter tall. It is native to North America, where it is found in dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus maleopinatus has been used as a food source and for its wood. It has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lupinus maleopinatus are blue and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus maleopinatus is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Lupinus maleopinatus
Lupinus maleopinatus can be found in the western United States.
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