Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachylobus
ID:
169836

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Pittonia1: 65 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169165

Common Names

  • Pachylobe Lupine
  • Pachylobe Lupinus
  • Pachylobe Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus micranthus pachylobus (Greene) Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Lupinus pachylobus (also called Big-seed Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open areas, and is characterized by its blue-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus pachylobus 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 pachylobus 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 pachylobus is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 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 pachylobus is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Lupinus pachylobus

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

Lupinus pachylobus FAQ

What is the common name of Lupinus pachylobus?

Pachylobus lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus pachylobus?

It is native to the Andes of South America

What is the wood of Lupinus pachylobus 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