Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monticola
ID:
169819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.1: 232 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169148

Common Names

  • Monticola Lupine
  • Mountain Lupine
  • Mountain Valley Lupine

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Description

Lupinus monticola (also called Mountain Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus monticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus monticola is a dark blue-violet color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a white stripe. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a small, white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus monticola can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and require well-draining soil.

Where to Find Lupinus monticola

Lupinus monticola can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Lupinus monticola FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Lupinus monticola?

Lupinus monticola requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

What is the best way to propagate Lupinus monticola?

Lupinus monticola can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

How often should Lupinus monticola be watered?

Lupinus monticola should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season and less often in the winter.

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