Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sellulus
ID:
175429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci.5: 36 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174758

Common Names

  • Sellulus Lupine
  • Silver Lupine
  • Silky Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus sellulus sellulus [unknown]
  • Lupinus lepidus sellulus (Kellogg) Barneby [valid]

Description

Lupinus sellulus (also called Sellulus 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 sellulus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus sellulus var. lobbii (A.Gray ex S.Watson) B.J.Cox
Lupinus sellulus var. medius (Detling) B.J.Cox
Lupinus sellulus sub. ursinus (Eastw.) Munz
Lupinus sellulus var. artulus (Jeps.) Eastw.
Lupinus sellulus sub. sellulus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus sellulus 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 sellulus 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 sellulus

Lupinus sellulus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas, such as hillsides and roadsides.

Lupinus sellulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus sellulus?

Lupinus sellulus

What is the common name of Lupinus sellulus?

Woolly lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus sellulus?

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