Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montanus
ID:
175410

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
ildis

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
F.W.H.von Humboldt, A.J.A.Bonpland & C.S.Kunth, Nov. Gen. Sp.6: 477 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174739

Common Names

  • Mountain Lupine
  • Pine Lupine
  • Sierra Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus vaginatus Cham. & Schltdl. [deprecated]
  • Lupinus montanus montanus [unknown]

Description

Lupinus montanus (also called Mountain 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 montanus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus montanus sub. glabrior (S.Watson) D.B.Dunn & Harmon
Lupinus montanus sub. montanus
Lupinus montanus sub. montesii (C.P.Sm.) D.B.Dunn & Harmon
Lupinus montanus var. nelsonii (Rose) C.P.Sm. in Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus montanus 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 montanus 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 montanus

Lupinus montanus is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California and east to Idaho. It can be found in dry, open places such as prairies, hillsides, and roadsides.

Lupinus montanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus montanus?

Lupinus montanus

What is the common name of Lupinus montanus?

Mountain lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus montanus?

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