Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poopoensis
ID:
169854

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 459 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169183

Common Names

  • Poopo Lupine
  • Poopo Blue Lupine
  • Poopo White Lupine

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Description

Lupinus poopoensis (also called Poopo Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Bolivia. It grows in high-altitude grasslands, and is characterized by its blue-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus poopoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus poopoensis 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 poopoensis 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 poopoensis

Lupinus poopoensis is native to the Poopo Lake region of Bolivia.

Lupinus poopoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus poopoensis?

Lupinus poopoensis

What is the common name of Lupinus poopoensis?

Poopó Lupine

What is the natural range of Lupinus poopoensis?

South America

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