Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semperflorens
ID:
185365

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hartw. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw.: 128 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184694

Common Names

  • Semperflorens Lupine
  • Lupinus Semperflorens
  • Semperflorens Lupinus

Searching for Lupinus semperflorens? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Lupinus semperflorens (also called Semperflorens Lupine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Peru and is found in montane habitats. It has a perennial habit and produces blue flowers. It has a height of 0.3–1 m and a width of 0.3–0.6 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lupinus semperflorens is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus semperflorens var. semperflorens
Lupinus semperflorens var. peruensis C.P.Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lupinus semperflorens has yellow or white flowers with a long banner petal. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have two oval-shaped cotyledons and two true leaves.

Searching for Lupinus semperflorens? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus semperflorens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Lupinus semperflorens

Lupinus semperflorens is native to the Mediterranean region and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Lupinus semperflorens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus semperflorens?

Lupinus semperflorens

What is the common name of Lupinus semperflorens?

Everblooming Lupine

Where is Lupinus semperflorens found?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Karl Theodor Hartweg (1812-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hartw.' in the authors string.