Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oquendoanus
ID:
169829

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 265 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169158

Common Names

  • Oquendo Lupine
  • Oquendo's Lupine
  • Oquendo's Annual Lupine

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Description

Lupinus oquendoanus (also called Oquendo's 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 oquendoanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for erosion control. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus oquendoanus 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 oquendoanus 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 oquendoanus

Lupinus oquendoanus can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Arizona.

Lupinus oquendoanus FAQ

What is the common name of Lupinus oquendoanus?

Oquendo's lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus oquendoanus?

It is native to the Sierra Madre Occidental in Mexico

What is the wood of Lupinus oquendoanus used for?

The wood is used for medicinal purposes

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