Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rivularis
ID:
175426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas ex Lindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg.19: t. 1595 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174755

Common Names

  • Riverbank Lupine
  • River Lupine
  • Streambank Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus lignipes A.Heller [valid]
  • Lupinus labiatus Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Lupinus rivularis (also called Streamside Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to western North America. It is a perennial herb growing to a height of 0.3–1 m. It is found in moist, open, rocky areas, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus rivularis is a perennial flowering plant that is often used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and can tolerate drought conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus rivularis has bright blue flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, brown, and oval. The seedlings are small and have compound leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus rivularis is a short-lived perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. The seedlings should be spaced about 30 cm apart. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Lupinus rivularis

Lupinus rivularis can be found in wet meadows and along streambanks in western North America, from British Columbia to California.

Lupinus rivularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus rivularis?

Lupinus rivularis

What is the common name of Lupinus rivularis?

River lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus rivularis?

Mountain meadows and open 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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.