Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosus
ID:
186350

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1774

Citation Micro:
J.A.Murray (ed.), Syst. Veg. ed. 13, 2: 545 (1774)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185679

Common Names

  • Hairy Lupin
  • Hairy Lupine
  • Hairy Blue Lupin

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

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Lupinus hirsutus L. [valid]
  • Lupinus pilosus albus Voss [valid]
  • Lupinus pilosus coeruleus Voss [valid]

Description

Lupinus pilosus (also called Broom, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright yellow flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus pilosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus pilosus has small, blue flowers that appear in late spring. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard, shiny coating. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.

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

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus pilosus is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Lupinus pilosus

Lupinus pilosus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Lupinus pilosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus pilosus?

Lupinus pilosus

What is the common name of Lupinus pilosus?

Hairy Lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus pilosus?

Grasslands, scrublands, and 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

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:504920-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus pilosus L.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.