Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prouvensalanus
ID:
169862

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.P.Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 492 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169191

Common Names

  • Provence Lupine
  • Blue Lupine
  • Mediterranean Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus subsessilis lanatus Benth. [valid]

Description

Lupinus prouvensalanus (also called Provence Lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, open areas, and is characterized by its blue-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus prouvensalanus has a variety of uses. It is often used as an ornamental plant, as well as for erosion control and as a cover crop. It is also a nitrogen-fixing plant, which helps to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus prouvensalanus is a bright yellow color and has a short, rounded shape. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus prouvensalanus 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 prouvensalanus

Lupinus prouvensalanus is native to the Provence region of France.

Lupinus prouvensalanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus prouvensalanus?

Lupinus prouvensalanus

What is the common name of Lupinus prouvensalanus?

Provence Lupine

What is the natural range of Lupinus prouvensalanus?

Europe

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