Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolius
ID:
175420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl.6: t. 521 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174749

Common Names

  • Small-Leaved Lupine
  • Littleleaf Lupine
  • Annual Lupine

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Description

Lupinus parvifolius (also called Small-Leaf Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, where it grows in many types of habitat, including chaparral, oak woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus parvifolius is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus parvifolius is a bright yellow color and has a banner petal that is slightly larger than the other petals. The seed is small, oval-shaped, and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus parvifolius is a short-lived perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. The seedlings should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Lupinus parvifolius

Lupinus parvifolius is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky slopes and canyons in desert and chaparral habitats.

Lupinus parvifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus parvifolius?

Lupinus parvifolius

What is the common name of Lupinus parvifolius?

Small-leaf lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus parvifolius?

Mountain meadows and open woodlands

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