Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sparsiflorus
ID:
175435

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw.: 303 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174764

Common Names

  • Silvery Lupine
  • Sparse-flowered Lupine
  • Scrub Lupine

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Synonyms

  • Lupinus sparsiflorus sparsiflorus [unknown]

Description

Lupinus sparsiflorus (also called Sparse-flowered 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 sparsiflorus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lupinus sparsiflorus sub. mohavensis Dziek. & D.B.Dunn
Lupinus sparsiflorus sub. inopinatus (C.P.Sm.) Dziek. & D.B.Dunn
Lupinus sparsiflorus sub. pondii (Greene) Dziek. & D.B.Dunn
Lupinus sparsiflorus sub. sparsiflorus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lupinus sparsiflorus is a blue-violet color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed with a white center. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lupinus sparsiflorus 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 sparsiflorus

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

Lupinus sparsiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lupinus sparsiflorus?

Lupinus sparsiflorus

What is the common name of Lupinus sparsiflorus?

Scattered-flower lupine

What is the natural habitat of Lupinus sparsiflorus?

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