Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sabineanus
ID:
175427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas ex Lindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg.17: t. 1435 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174756

Common Names

  • Sabine's Lupine
  • Sabine Lupine
  • Sabine's Annual Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus sabinii Hook. [unknown]
  • Lupinus sericeus sabinii (Douglas ex Hook.) L.Ll.Phillips [unknown]

Description

Lupinus sabineanus (also called Sabine's 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 dry, open, rocky areas, often on serpentine soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus sabineanus 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 sabineanus 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 sabineanus 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 sabineanus

Lupinus sabineanus can be found in dry, open areas in the foothills of California.

Lupinus sabineanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus sabineanus?

Lupinus sabineanus

What is the common name of Lupinus sabineanus?

Sabine's lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus sabineanus?

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.