Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plattensis
ID:
169852

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts17: 369 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169181

Common Names

  • Platte River Lupine
  • Platte Lupine
  • Platte Bluebonnet

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus ornatus glabratus S.Watson [valid]
  • Lupinus perennis plattensis (S.Watson) L.Ll.Phillips [unknown]
  • Lupinus glabratus (S.Watson) Rydb. [illegitimate]

Description

Lupinus plattensis (also called Platt's 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 plattensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus plattensis 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 plattensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, 5 - 8cm with a heel, July/August in a frame. Good percentage.

Where to Find Lupinus plattensis

Lupinus plattensis is native to the Great Plains of the United States, from Nebraska to Texas.

Lupinus plattensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus plattensis?

Lupinus plattensis

What is the common name of Lupinus plattensis?

Platte River Lupine

What is the natural range of Lupinus plattensis?

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