Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
otto-buchtienii
ID:
169833

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 454 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169162

Common Names

  • Otto-Buchtien Lupine
  • Otto-Buchtien's Lupine
  • Otto-Buchtien's Annual Lupine

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Description

Lupinus otto-buchtienii (also called Otto-Buchtien'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 otto-buchtienii 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 otto-buchtienii 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 otto-buchtienii is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Lupinus otto-buchtienii is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Lupinus otto-buchtienii

Lupinus otto-buchtienii can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon and east to Colorado.

Lupinus otto-buchtienii FAQ

What is the common name of Lupinus otto-buchtienii?

Otto-buchtien's lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus otto-buchtienii?

It is native to the Sierra Madre Occidental in Mexico

What is the wood of Lupinus otto-buchtienii 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