Lupinus mariae-josephiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Pascual
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid61: 72 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367764
Common Names
- Maria Josephia Lupine
- Maria Josephia Lupin
- Maria Josephia Lupinus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus mariae-josephiae (also called Mary Joseph's Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and is characterized by its blue-purple flowers and silvery-green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus mariae-josephiae is a species of lupine that is native to California. It is a popular ornamental plant, and is used in landscaping and in naturalized areas. It is also used as a cover crop and as a source of nitrogen for other crops.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus mariae-josephiae has bright blue flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus mariae-josephiae is a tropical plant that can be grown from seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Lupinus mariae-josephiae
Lupinus mariae-josephiae is native to the western United States and northern Mexico.
Lupinus mariae-josephiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus mariae-josephiae?
Lupinus mariae-josephiae
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus mariae-josephiae?
It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open woodlands and scrublands in Mexico and Central America.
What is the conservation status of Lupinus mariae-josephiae?
It is not listed as threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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
Higinio Pascual: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Pascual' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60436957-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus mariae-josephae H.Pascual: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.