Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
ildis
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts11: 114 (1876)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174743
Common Names
- Snow Lupine
- White Lupine
- Woolly Lupine
Description
Lupinus niveus (also called Snow 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 niveus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lupinus niveus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lupinus niveus is a short-lived perennial that grows in full sun and well-drained soils. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. The seedlings should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Lupinus niveus
Lupinus niveus 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 niveus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus niveus?
Lupinus niveus
What is the common name of Lupinus niveus?
Snowy lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus niveus?
Mountain meadows and open woodlands
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