Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palaestinus
ID:
187108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 9 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186437

Common Names

  • Lupinus palaestinus
  • Palestine Lupine
  • Jerusalem Lupine

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Description

Lupinus palaestinus (also called Palestine Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Middle East and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a slender stem and its leaves are compound with three pairs of leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus palaestinus is used as an insecticide and pesticide. It also has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, malaria, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus palaestinus is a small, white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus palaestinus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Lupinus palaestinus

Lupinus palaestinus is native to the Middle East, and can be found in Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Turkey.

Lupinus palaestinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus palaestinus?

Lupinus palaestinus

What is the common name of Lupinus palaestinus?

Lupinus

What is the family of Lupinus palaestinus?

Fabaceae

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