Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odoratus
ID:
169828

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Heller

Source:
ildis

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia2: 71 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169157

Common Names

  • Fragrant Lupine
  • Scented Lupine
  • Sweet Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus odoratus pilosellus C.P.Sm. [valid]
  • Lupinus odoratus odoratus [unknown]

Description

Lupinus odoratus (also called Fragrant 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 odoratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus odoratus has bright blue flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus odoratus 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 odoratus

Lupinus odoratus can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah and Colorado.

Lupinus odoratus FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Lupinus odoratus?

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

What is the best way to propagate Lupinus odoratus?

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

How often should Lupinus odoratus be watered?

Lupinus odoratus 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