Lupinus schickendantzii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Sm.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Spec. Lupinorum: 352 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363207
Common Names
- Lupinus schickendantzii
- Schickendantz's Lupine
- Schickendantz Lupine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lupinus schickendantzii (also called Schickendantz's Lupine, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a tall stem and many leaves, and its flowers are usually white or blue. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is commonly found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lupinus schickendantzii has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and headaches. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lupinus schickendantzii is a small, blue, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a few small, white hairs on the stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lupinus schickendantzii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Lupinus schickendantzii
Lupinus schickendantzii can be found in North America.
Lupinus schickendantzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lupinus schickendantzii?
Lupinus schickendantzii
What is the common name of Lupinus schickendantzii?
Schickendantz's Lupine
What is the natural habitat of Lupinus schickendantzii?
Lupinus schickendantzii is found in dry mountain meadows of western North 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
References
Charles Piper Smith (1877-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.P.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:145868-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Lupinus schickendantzii C.P.Sm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.