Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perissophytus
ID:
169845

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 217 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169174

Common Names

  • Arroyo Lupine
  • California Lupine
  • Silver Bush Lupine

Searching for Lupinus perissophytus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Lupinus perissophytus (also called Many-stemmed 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 perissophytus is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus perissophytus is a bright blue and purple pea-like flower. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are green and have two leaves that are divided into five to seven leaflets.

Searching for Lupinus perissophytus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus perissophytus 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 perissophytus is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Lupinus perissophytus

Lupinus perissophytus can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah and Colorado.

Lupinus perissophytus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus perissophytus?

Lupinus perissophytus

What is the common name of Lupinus perissophytus?

Desert Lupine

What is the natural range of Lupinus perissophytus?

Southwestern United States

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