Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marschallianus
ID:
364451

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Brit. Fl. Gard.2: t. 139 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363783

Common Names

  • Lupinus marschallianus
  • Marschallian Lupine
  • Lupine of Marschallian

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Description

Lupinus marschallianus (also called Marschall's Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb that is native to western North America. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper woodlands. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem with a few leaves. The flowers are blue, purple, or white, and the fruits are legumes.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus marschallianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It can also be used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus marschallianus has blue-violet flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lisianthius pratensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It can tolerate light shade and is drought tolerant. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Lupinus marschallianus

Lupinus marschallianus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Lupinus marschallianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lisianthius pratensis?

Lisianthius pratensis

What is the common name of Lisianthius pratensis?

Meadow lisianthius

What is the natural habitat of Lisianthius pratensis?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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